Assistant Director of Sales - Entertainment Sales & Luxury Brands

Mandarin Oriental Mayfair, London is looking for a Assistant Director of Sales - Entertainment Sales & Luxury Brands to join our Sales & Marketing team.

Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional. 

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of the world’s most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge of luxury experiences.

Mandarin Oriental Mayfair, London is the newest jewel which has opened in the heart of Mayfair. It’s another world; an oasis of calm in the heart of the city, with the most attentive service. A world that’s all about our guests.

About the job

Based at the Mandarin Oriental Mayfair, London within the Sales & Marketing Department, the Assistant Director of Sales - Entertainment Sales & Luxury Brands is responsible for overseeing the Sales strategy for the hotel and residences. 

As an Assistant Director of Sales - Entertainment Sales & Luxury Brands at Mandarin Oriental Mayfair, you will be responsible for the following duties:

• To effectively manage a portfolio of key accounts through planned sales activities, maximising account potential in terms of rate or room-nights in accordance with overall sales strategies.
• To focus on the growth and continued production of existing Entertainment accounts both domestic and international and to develop new Entertainment accounts that are suitable for the budgeted pricing strategy.
• To develop and maintain an accurate database of all assigned Group and Event accounts related to the luxury brand sector
• Responsible for the development of business from (but not exclusively) the following market segments: film, music, PR companies, production companies & luxury goods
• To plan and execute overseas sales trips within assigned territories and market segments, to participate in tradeshows and workshops as required.
• To host site inspections and familiarisation trips as needed.

Our commitment to you

• Learning & Development. Your success is our success. We craft unique learning and development programmes for various stages in your career so that you grow, continuously.
• MOstay. When you work as hard as our colleagues do, it’s important to take time off. As a member of the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world. The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive rates on rooms for you and your loved ones.
• Heath & Colleague Wellness. Finding the right work-life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters to us. A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our colleagues, globally.
• Retirement Plans. When you show commitment to us, we reciprocate. We offer different retirement plans depending on the length of your service and your role
• 1 paid Charity Day per year to dedicate to a charity of your choice
• Increased holiday entitlement with Length of Service, up to 33 days off
• Access to Hospitality Action’s Employee Assistance Programme

SUSTAINABILITY AT MANDARIN ORIENTAL

Corporate responsibility values are deeply ingrained in Mandarin Oriental’s culture, and sustainability implications are carefully considered with every decision across the Group, aligning our sustainable development efforts with the industry criteria set by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council.

We strive for a better future for the next generation. Protecting the environment, people and communities are the fundamental pillars to which we devote our efforts. We are very proud of the initiatives our colleagues have implemented to help us on the path to achieving our sustainability goals, such as single-use plastic elimination, ethical supply chain and procurement, community and colleague engagement, technology practices and waste reduction. We are committed to doing the right thing, every day.

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DIVERSITY & INCLUSION.

We believe a diverse and inclusive culture is better for everyone. Bringing individuals together is essential to the long-term success of our people, our business and the societies and economies in which we operate.

All colleagues, regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, background or religion, should be treated fairly and with respect, should be given equal opportunities, and be valued for the contributions they make in their roles. No form of bullying, intimidation, discrimination or harassment of others will be tolerated.

ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UK.