Job Description

Job Category: Hotel-Sales
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At InterContinental Hotel & Residences Abu Dhabi, we provide a world-class experience that combines modern luxury with the charm of Arabian hospitality. Located in the heart of the city, we offer an exclusive experience for our leisure guests, with exceptional service, opulent accommodations, and vibrant culinary offerings. We are now seeking a passionate Cluster Sales Executive - Leisure Segment to help us drive and expand our leisure business.
A little taste of your day-to-day:
Every day is different, but you'll mostly do:
As the Cluster Sales Executive - Leisure Segment, you will:

• Drive Leisure Segment Sales: Develop and implement strategies to attract and grow the leisure segment, including both individual travelers and groups, through tailored sales initiatives.
• Build & Maintain Relationships: Cultivate relationships with travel agents, tour operators, and direct clients to generate leisure business for the hotel and residences.
• Manage Key Accounts: Identify and target key accounts within the leisure segment, ensuring regular communication, understanding client needs, and delivering exceptional solutions.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with marketing, revenue, and operations teams to ensure seamless execution of leisure packages and promotions.
• Sales Reporting & Forecasting: Monitor sales performance, track market trends, and provide regular reports and forecasts to the sales director.
• Event & Package Coordination: Collaborate on creating tailored event packages and experiences, from weekend getaways to family vacations, ensuring they align with the luxury standards of our brand.

What we need from you:

• Proven sales experience in the leisure segment of a luxury hotel or hospitality setting (minimum 2 years).
• Strong networking skills and established relationships within the leisure travel industry, including tour operators, travel agencies, and online platforms.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence decision-makers.
• In-depth knowledge of the Abu Dhabi market and the leisure travel landscape.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple accounts.
• A proactive and results-driven approach to sales, with a genuine passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.

What you can expect from us:
We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life - including a full uniform, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.
Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well - both inside and outside of work - and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.
So, join us and you'll become part of our ever-growing global family.

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