Sales Manager in London

We are seeking an experienced and confident Sales Manager to become part of our Team at The Ascott Hospitality UK. Please note this position is on a one year fixed term contract. You will report to the Director of Sales, managing a portfolio of accounts and maintaining relationships with new businesses and established clients, to support the wider business targets.

As Sales Manager you will be responsible for:

• Independently managing and growing a portfolio of targeted relocation and serviced apartments, booking agency accounts to achieve the maximum market share and profitability from those accounts, by implementing a detailed account management process.
• Organising and implementing regular client activities to cement the relationship with existing accounts, in accordance with the set objectives.
• Maintaining current knowledge of the economic environment using competitive intelligence.
• Acting as a sales champion to initiate a sales plan and ensuring your targeted property achieves total room revenue.
• Complying with sales and price policy defined by the group when making proposals in order to promote the high profit price scales.
• Working with Revenue team, Residents Managers and Sales team to identify the needs for Ascott UK, and confidentially proposing and communicating the solutions to the team.
• Being an active and strong advocate in the wider commercial function of the business, identifying new client opportunities, participating in client pitches and promoting the Ascott Hospitality by attending tradeshows, events and networking opportunities.
• Supporting and undertaking projects to drive new business opportunities (RFP, Trade Shows, Sales Campaigns, Sales Trips).
• Proactively identifying, targeting and winning new accounts for the Ascott properties via a structured pipeline process.
• Completing monthly sales reports and ensuring the sales management system is updated correctly to comply with procedures.

To be successful in the role of Sales Manager, we require:

• At least 3 years experience within a Sales environment.
• A degree in Hospitality, Business or International Business.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Proven communication and negotiation skills.

This is your opportunity to be part of our team as a Sales Manager. We focus on your professional and personal development, and we offer:

• Genuine career opportunities within our business.
• Valuable on the job training, along with access to our digital online learning platform and numerous other learning and development opportunities.
• A travel allowance for every day you work to contribute to your commuting cost.
• A PERKBOX subscription with benefits, retail discounts and savings available from your first day.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Refer a Friend bonus.
• Employee Recognition Awards Ceremony and company team parties.
• Once you pass your probation, a special staff rate when staying in our European properties.
• Staff incentives when you and your team perform.
• (If relocating) 30 days of relocation accommodation within one of our properties, whilst you find permanent lodging.

About Us: At The Ascott Limited, we embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds to create a supportive and thriving workplace where everyone can contribute their unique perspectives. A trusted hospitality company, Ascott's presence extends across Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the USA. Its diversified accommodation offerings span serviced residences, coliving properties, hotels and independent senior living apartments. Ascott's award-winning hospitality brands include Ascott, Citadines, lyf, Oakwood, Somerset, The Crest Collection, The Unlimited Collection, Fox, Harris, POP, Preference, Quest, Vertu and Yello. Through Ascott Star Rewards (ASR), Ascott's loyalty programme, members enjoy exclusive privileges and offers at participating properties.

Required skills: Time Management, Decision Making, Customer Service, Multitasking, Organisation Skills, Attention to Detail, Sales, Customer Focus, Communication Skills, Problem Solving.