Job Description

Description

The Senior Director of MICE is responsible for developing and executing the hotel's MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) strategy to drive group revenue, maximize event space utilization, and position the hotel as a leading destination for business events. This leader will manage a team, cultivate strong client relationships, oversee event logistics, and collaborate with internal departments to ensure world-class service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

1.

Strategic Sales Planning

Develop and implement comprehensive MICE sales strategies aligned with hotel revenue goals.

2.

Team Leadership and Development

Lead, train, and mentor the MICE sales team to exceed group sales targets.

3.

Client Relationship Management

Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate clients, PCOs (Professional Congress Organizers), DMCs, and event planners.

4.

Marketing Collaboration

Collaborate with marketing to create targeted campaigns to promote the hotel's MICE offerings.

5.

Event Coordination Oversight

Oversee the end-to-end coordination of major conferences, meetings, and incentive events.

6.

Revenue Management Partnership

Work closely with the revenue management team to forecast, budget, and optimize rates for group business.

7.

Market Analysis and Business Development

Conduct regular market analysis to understand trends, identify new business opportunities, and maintain a competitive edge.

8.

Industry Representation and Networking

Represent the hotel at major industry trade shows, networking events, and client roadshows.

9.

Interdepartmental Communication

Ensure seamless communication between the sales, events, banqueting, and operations teams for successful event execution.

10.

Client Satisfaction and Improvement

Monitor client satisfaction and implement improvements based on feedback

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business, Marketing, or a related field. 8-10+ years of progressive experience in hotel group sales, with significant exposure to the MICE sector. Previous leadership experience managing a sales team. Deep knowledge of MICE markets, particularly corporate and association sectors. Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills. Proficiency with CRM systems (e.g., Delphi, Opera, Salesforce). Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Fluent in English (additional languages are a plus).

About Corporate Offices

Founded in Germany in 1897, Kempinski Hotels has long reflected the finest traditions of European hospitality. Today, as ever, Kempinski is synonymous with distinctive luxury.



Located in many of the world's most well-known cities and resorts, the Kempinski collection includes hotels in a grand manner, pace-setting modern establishments and older hotels of individual charm. All blend gracefully into their surroundings and offer luxurious accommodation, superb cuisine and unrivalled facilities - complemented by impeccable service.



For leisure and business guests alike, the name Kempinski has long been synonymous with style, mobility and efficiency. Put simply, they are the first choice for the discerning individual.



In addition to operating many of the finest city hotels in the world, Kempinski is a name that can now be found in many exciting resort locations, each combining local flair and ambience with the international standards of service and luxury that Kempinski guests have come to expect.