Meetings and Events Sales Executive

Who are we?

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA are a division of the global Aimbridge Hospitality brand, overseeing over 1,600 hotels and resorts across the world. We work with big brands such as Hilton, Accor, Marriot and IHG as well as small independent hotels and everything in between.

What is in it for you?

As part of the Aimbridge family, you will have access to a suite of benefits that include:

• Hotel discounts Staff rates and up to 50% discount on food & beverage and spa
• Wagestream Stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing.
• 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme
• Minimum of 28 days holiday
• Boomerang - Aimbridge Internals Sales Lead Program, the lead sender can earn 5% un-capped commission on actualised revenue
• Mo Rewards - Receive recognition and rewards to recognise your contributions
• Career and lifestyle breaks Allowing you to take time off for key life events.
• Volunteer days Up to two days per year to support a charity of your choice
• Aimbridge training, personal and career development
• Staff meals on duty.

A day in the life of

As Sales Executive your role will be to carry out projects and generate leads resulting in revenue growth within the business and support the delivery of the commercial strategy. Identifying any new leads and contacts, working with the front of house teams in driving engagement. You will conduct sales lead calls to potential new accounts and clients and ensuring all sales databases are kept accurate and up to date. Following up on reactive sales leads from enquiries made directly to the hotel. Performing general office duties and administrative tasks where needed which include weekly and monthly reports.

Based in the Mercure Maidstone Great Danes Hotel you will be part of a small (but mighty!) team of passionate people who know that being the best doesnt always mean working around the clock.

What do we need from you?

To be successful in this role, you will have experience in a current sales role capacity, preferably within the hospitality industry. Previous experience of working in an office environment. You will need to be comfortable talking on the telephone or face to face with customers. This is a highly collaborative role, working closely with all team on and off-property.

Training will be provided.

Interested? Click apply and start your journey with Aimbridge EMEA today. Your dream job awaits

At Aimbridge, we recognise that people are the heart of our business. As a Global leader, we are committed to representing our Global community and enabling everyone to Be Their Best Selves.

Set in 20 acres of parkland in the heart of Kent adjacent to Leeds Castle, this modern hotel offers easy access to Maidstone and 'The Garden of England'

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