Hand Picked Hotels was founded in 2001 by owner, Chairman and CEO, Julia Hands MBE. Julias love of historical buildings, the English countryside, local food and good wine inspired her dream to own a collection of hotels that would celebrate these passions and invite others to share in them.
Today, the family-owned group has 21 unique luxury country houses and coastal retreats, each hand picked for their individuality. Architecturally distinctive and quintessentially British, every hotel boasts an extraordinary location from Scotland to the Channel Islands, offering breathtaking views from vast countryside to expansive beaches, to lush woodlands.
Dedicated to creating unique and enchanting stays, curated personalised service runs through the heart of every hotel. Whilst each hotel is individual, each property fulfils the company values of family, individuality, community and care, with a team routed in their commitment to aim higher and delight their guests with magical experiences that offer a true escape from the every day.
We are currently recruiting for a Sales Manager for Fawsley Hall Hotel and Spa, this is an amazing opportunity to join Hand Picked Hotels and be part of the transformation project as we enter an exciting new phase for the hotel taking the hotel to new heights.
This represents an exceptional opportunity to join our award-winning hotel group, be part of a highly experienced team who are guest focused, with an emphasis on delivering an exceptional customer experience and being an employer of choice within the hospitality industry.
About the role:
* As Sales Manager your role will involve identifying, managing and networking utilising relationships to drive revenue performance for Fawsley Hall Hotel.
* You will also be expected to drive Sales initiative with implementation of off the overall brand strategy at a local level in conjunction with the National Sales team and support from marketing.
* You will be responsible for driving sales and new business specifically to Fawsley Hall Hotel and Spa with an emphasis on residential conferences, corporate clients and high net worth weddings and social events.
* Hunt and identify new business opportunities within the local market for all revenue segments to support delivery of hotel budgets.
* Continuously engage with the GM and hotel operational teams to drive a sales culture and performance on property.
* Identify and establish relationships with local third-party organisations that can assist development of brand and product awareness through direct bookings.
* Proactively drive, sell and market hotel events, dining and leisure experiences in their local market.
* Work with local destination houses such from a B2B and B2C perspective.
* Support the development, execution and maintenance of the property Sales & Marketing Plan
* Utilise centrally supplied local sales toolkits seasonally, as required, to activate and promote initiatives to their customers onsite and wider community.
* Monitor and research competitors services, facilities, campaigns and activity and share relevant insights with the team.
* This will involve working as part of the UK sale team and cross selling or passing on sales leads within the business as required.
About you:
* You will have previous experience as a Hotel Sales Manager or Business Development Manager within a 4 or 5 star hotel or venue.
* To be successful in this role of Sales Manager, you must be able to demonstrate an excellent understanding of the residential conference and corporate sector and exposure to working with high net worth clients, including weddings and social events.
* Be confident with building and converting a sales pipeline, enabling the hotel to achieve and exceed budgeted targets.
* It is essential you have excellent written and presentation skills, are highly driven and motivated.
* Thrive on exceeding guest expectations and going above and beyond, creating memorable experiences.
* This role is based on property at Fawsley Hall Hotel however, you will be expected to visit clients and attend meetings off site.
* This role a full-time role 40 hours per week Monday to Friday but flexibility as required to attend networking events and hosting of Fam trips.
* It is essential you have your own transport.
OurBenefits include:
* An excellent basic salary plus bonus and uncapped commission and company mileage paid.
* 28 days holiday per yearincluding bank holidays, increasing with length of service to 33 days per year.
* Company pension scheme with a generous employer contribution.
* Life assurance scheme.
* Employee Assistance Program to support you with whatever life throws at you.
* Company Sickness Scheme.
* Forward career progression, with access to our In House and external training programs, including apprenticeships and other recognised hospitality industry courses which are all supported by our training and development team.
* £30 staff stays with Hand Picked Hotels per room Bed & Breakfast & 25% discount on all food & drink. Yes, its as good as it sounds!
* Annual loyalty awards (like afternoon teas and overnight stays)
* Online retail discount platform offering thousands of savings with high street retailers and restaurants as well as a health and well-being platform.
* Opportunity to make lifelong friendships and be part of a team that celebrates Diversity and Inclusion.
Hand Picked Hotels is an Equal Opportunities employer. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK
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