Sales Manager – Corporate and Groups

Our heart, head and hands play a part in everything we do. By caring about the art of hospitality and perfecting every detail, we work together to uplift the lives of others. There is nothing quite like the satisfaction of providing an unrivalled service that is greatly admired.

If you are passionate about delivering an exquisite service within a 5-star environment, then we would like to hear from you.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Sales Manager, Corporate and Groups at Corinthia London is responsible for sourcing, developing, and account managing the Corporate and direct Corporate Groups business from North America, Canada, and the UK, with a strong emphasis on business development to actively hunt for new corporate clients and group opportunities. Guided by the Head of Corporate Sales, DOS, and DOSM, this role collaborates closely with the entire sales team, including the Corinthia Hotels GSO Team.

Playing a crucial role in creating and maintaining connections with key Corporate Groups, Transient, and Events contacts, the Sales Manager will focus on building genuine, professional relationships, ensuring Corinthia London remains top of mind with a positive image, positioning it as the first choice in London. The Sales Manager is accountable for maintaining relationships and in-depth product knowledge by connecting with clients virtually or in person through meetings, site inspections, sales calls, FAM Trips, sales trips, trade shows, email communication, and LinkedIn.

ABOUT YOU

• Ideally, 1-2 years of experience working with Corporate and Groups, or in a proactive sales role.
• Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Shows a strong desire to learn and develop a career within luxury hospitality.
• Demonstrates an excellent level of written and spoken English.
• Exhibits empathy and care for guests and colleagues.
• Has the ability to work under pressure and respond promptly to client requests.
• Shows resilience to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Takes pride in paying attention to detail in their work.
• Demonstrates pride in own professional grooming.
• Exhibits a professional and engaging personality.
• Displays confidence and professionalism when interacting with high-profile guests.
• Researches and understands market trends.
• Actively develops and prospects new accounts, showing strong business development skills to pursue new corporate clients for group opportunities and grow the pipeline.
• Understands the sales process and the need for a proactive approach, recognising that results take time but remains driven and motivated to achieve long-term success.

ABOUT CORINTHIA

Corinthia London combines contemporary flair with traditional grandeur. We consider ourselves as London’s magical, grand hotel, intelligently designed for modern life. Situated in the heart of London, the hotel features 279 beautiful bedrooms, including 7 penthouses and 62 suites, elegant restaurants, and bars and the largest, most breath-taking multi award-winning spa in London.

OUR PROMISE TO YOU

We understand what is important to our colleagues and our benefits offering was tailored with this in mind.

• Highly competitive salary
• 29 paid holidays per annum (inc. bank/public holidays)
• Complimentary dry cleaning of uniform
• Complimentary meals on duty
• Extensive recognition programs and length of service awards
• Stakeholder pension entitlement
• Season ticket loan

Our focus is supporting your health and wellbeing and giving you more time with your family and friends by offering:

• Enhanced sick pay
• Eye test vouchers
• Access to Employee health and wellbeing programme
• Mental health and wellbeing workshops
• Discounted Salon, Spa, Food and Beverage and accommodation rates
• Discounted gym membership
• Discounts across our portfolio of international hotels

We will invest in you the same way you do it with us and provide you with access to:

• Learning & Development programmes
• Apprenticeship scheme
• Complimentary English classes
• Corinthia inspired gifts for special occasions
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Colleague social events

ELIGIBILITY

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK, or be able to acquire such eligibility. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.