Make two iconic destinations thrive.
At Aimbridge, we believe hotels should be a true reflection of their destination. For Mercure Brighton and Mercure Inverness, that means strong local connections, vibrant communities and sales teams who are visible, proactive and well connected. We’re now looking for a Cluster Sales Manager to play a central role in growing commercial performance across both hotels.
Based in Brighton, with periodical trips to Inverness - this role combines hands-on local sales activity with collaborative, strategic support for our Inverness team. It’s ideal for someone who loves being out in the market, builds relationships naturally and understands how to stimulate demand beyond the peak season.
About the Role
This is a highly visible sales position with real autonomy. You’ll be the front-facing ambassador for Mercure Brighton, spending your time building relationships, creating opportunities and ensuring the hotel is firmly on the radar of local businesses, partners and agencies.
Alongside this, you’ll work closely with the team at Mercure Inverness, sharing market insight, driving account production and supporting initiatives that help maintain momentum during quieter shoulder months. Both hotels benefit from strong seasonal demand — your focus will be on turning local relationships into consistent, year-round business.
What You’ll Be Doing
Your days will be spent connecting with the local Brighton market, networking, prospecting and identifying opportunities that translate into tangible business for the hotel. You’ll develop and manage a pipeline of corporate, group and MICE accounts, negotiating with confidence and always keeping commercial performance front of mind.
You’ll also act as a sales lead to Mercure Inverness, working collaboratively with the on-site operations team to grow accounts, activate new opportunities and bring fresh energy to quieter trading periods. Success in this role comes from curiosity, persistence and the ability to spot opportunity where others may not.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a naturally driven sales professional with experience in hotel or hospitality sales and a strong understanding of local market dynamics. You’ll be comfortable working independently, equally confident influencing stakeholders and building trust with hotel teams.
You’ll bring energy, structure and creativity to your approach, with a commercial mindset that recognises seasonality and adapts accordingly. Above all, you enjoy being visible, staying connected and turning conversations into measurable results.
What We Can Offer You
In return, we offer a role with genuine profile and influence, working with two well-established Mercure hotels in distinctive UK destinations. You’ll benefit from competitive salary and bonus arrangements, along with access to Accor’s global Heartist® benefits, including discounted hotel stays, learning opportunities and long-term career development within one of the world’s leading hospitality groups.
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to make your mark — to be the person who connects community, commerce and brand presence across two busy, ambitious hotels. If you’re motivated by relationship-led sales, enjoy autonomy and want a role where your impact is visible and valued, we’d love to hear from you.