Salary Competitive
Holiday 28 days holiday, enhanced after 5 years of service.
But theres more...
* Free meals on duty.
* Uniform offered and dry cleaned.
* Discounted employee friends & family rates at Arora Hotels.
* Food and beverage discounts.
* Christmas gifts and employee parties.
* Introduce a friend scheme.
* Cycle 2 work scheme.
* UK attraction discounts @ Merlin Entertainments.
* Taste card.
* Life assurance scheme.
* Wage stream.
* Employee assistanceprogramme.
* Arora star employee recognition.
* Long service recognition award.
About us...
Connected to Gatwick South terminal, Hilton London Gatwick has 821 bedrooms and an exciting selection of restaurants and bars, including a Japanese Steakhouse. The hotel has a fitness centre and 23 meeting rooms that can host large conferences.
Sofitel London Gatwick is the perfect blend of style and convenience. With 518 spacious ensuite rooms plus a selection of restaurants and bars showcasing fresh international flavours. Our luxurious hotel has gym facilities and 14 flexible conference and meeting rooms with space to accommodate up to 300 guests. It offers an exclusive walkway straight into the airport's North Terminal.
A bit about what you will do...
Assist the Cluster Director of Sales & Events in the management of all sales activities and events including direct sales, sales solicitation, sales administration and support with local and central marketing activities for Hilton and Sofitel Gatwick.
* Respond and complete RFPs for all hotels with guidance from DOSE/RM/GM
* To create and complete local marketing activities as required such as special offers/ local corporate newsletter
* To conduct telesales calls to qualify business potential for the property
* To conduct sales appointments with tour operators, travel agents and leisure travel specialists to present the Hotel to explore business potential and ways to secure revenue
* Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate bookers, airline representatives, and travel agents.
* Respond promptly to inquiries and prepare customised proposals and contracts.
More about you...
* Positive attitude and good communication skill.
* Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service.
* Experience in hotel sales and marketing, preferably in an airport or transit-oriented hotel.
* Understanding of the airline, corporate travel, and MICE segments.
* Proficiency in MS Office, CRM systems, and online marketing tools.
* Ability to work independently, meet targets, and handle time-sensitive client needs.
* Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
Grow with us...
We are growing rapidly and with growth comes advancement opportunities. Being part of the Arora group there are excitingopportunities for career progression and development across our properties and brands.
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