Sales Support/Director to Director

Director of Sales Flospitality offers tailor-made sales and communications for unique hotels with offices in the UK, USA, Austria, Switzerland and Germany. Since our launch 10 years ago we have curated a collection of unique hotels located in the most incredible destinations worldwide, many of which are part of Small Luxury Hotels, Leading Hotels of the World or Preferred Hotels and Resorts. In the UK we represent these properties in the leisure market acting as an extension of the hotel’s in-house sales team. Flospitality is seeking a Director of Sales for the UK office to join our dynamic B2B luxury hotel sales representation company. Reporting to the Head of UK Sales, you will play a key role in overseeing the sales team from a managerial standpoint. This position also involves contributing to strategic planning and execution, both for the Flospitality team and our hotel partners\’ sales initiatives. Proven experience in a senior Sales position within a Representation company or in a 5* hotel. Extensive knowledge of the UK travel trade and passion for the luxury hospitality industry is essential. Availability and appetite to travel both within the UK and abroad including long haul trips. Ability to work from home with reliability and self-motivation as well as desire to work with the team from a central London office location. Strong verbal and written communication skills with an ability to develop rapport through a confident phone manner. Experience with MS Office. Good time-management skills with a problem-solving attitude. Lead the sales team in conjunction with the Head of UK Sales. Independently strategise sales plans for hotel clients. Take a lead role in arranging sales roadshows for multiple hotels: designing creative events and organising with a high level of detail. Make independent appointments with travel trade to present portfolio. Arrange and host hoteliers on sales trips to the UK. Deal with incoming hotel stay enquiries for the travel trade with the aim of converting to bookings, ensuring prompt and accurate communication between hotel and agent partners. Undertake research projects when required. Full time hours. ~ Hybrid working: office and home based as required by business needs. ~25 days of holiday plus Bank Holidays. ~ Variable bonus scheme. ~ Schedule: Monday to Friday. Ad-hoc flexibility to attend evening trade events/meetings as the business requires. ~ Government pension scheme. ~ Private Health Insurance after 6 months with the company.