Antella Travel Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with one of the UK's leading luxury Destination Management Companies to recruit an experienced Luxury Hotel Contracts Manager.
Specialising in high-end inbound travel throughout the UK and Ireland, our client creates bespoke travel experiences for international FIT and luxury travellers.
The Role
As Luxury Hotel Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing luxury hotel partnerships across London and key UK destinations.
Key Responsibilities
* Negotiate and manage hotel contracts, rates, allocations, value-adds, and preferred partnerships with luxury accommodation providers.
* Develop and maintain strong relationships with key hotel partners, with a particular focus on the London luxury hotel market.
* Identify, source, and onboard new luxury hotel partners to enhance the company's product offering.
* Conduct regular supplier meetings, site inspections, and market visits to strengthen partnerships and maintain product quality.
* Analyse market trends, supplier performance, and commercial opportunities to maximise revenue and competitiveness.
* Collaborate closely with sales, product, and marketing teams to develop tactical offers, promotions, and exclusive client benefits.
* Represent the business at industry events, networking functions, trade shows, and familiarisation trips.
About You
* Proven experience as a Contracts Manager, Hotel Contracts Manager, Market Manager, or Supplier Relations Manager within inbound travel, luxury travel, DMCs, wholesalers, or tour operations.
* Strong existing relationships within the London luxury hotel sector Essential.
* Excellent commercial awareness with strong negotiation and influencing skills.
* Analytical and highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.
* Ability to build long-term supplier partnerships and identify commercial opportunities.
* Full UK or EU driving licence preferred.
What's on Offer?
* Salary up to £55,000 plus performance bonus.
* 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
* Flexible hybrid working model.
* One office day per week required.
* Work-from-anywhere flexibility after successful completion of probation.
* Clear career progression opportunities within a growing luxury travel business.
* Collaborative and supportive team culture.
* Discounted hotel stays and travel benefits.
If you have experience negotiating luxury hotel contracts and a strong network within the London hotel market, we'd love to hear from you.