Hotel Sales Manager

The Opportunity

We’re seeking a dynamic and results‑driven Hotel Sales Manager to lead our sales activity and play a central role in the hotel’s commercial success.

This role is about more than hitting targets — it’s about creating clarity, direction and momentum. You’ll inspire the sales team, build trusted relationships with key clients and partners, and develop smart, market‑responsive strategies that drive sustainable revenue growth across corporate, group and agency business.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Developing and delivering clear, effective sales strategies aligned to the hotel’s overall commercial goals
• Building and nurturing strong relationships with corporate clients, travel agents and key external stakeholders
• Proactively generating new business leads and identifying opportunities to grow market share
• Leading, coaching and motivating the sales team to build confidence, capability and consistent results
• Ensuring sales targets are met or exceeded, while maintaining a positive, focused team environment
• Working closely with Revenue Management to align pricing strategies and maximise commercial performance
• Monitoring sales performance and preparing regular reports on activity, trends and results
• Representing the hotel at trade shows, networking events and industry forums
• Ensuring all activity is compliant with legal, regulatory and company requirements

Benefits

• Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across the LGH hotel portfolio.
• Access to the IHG employee room benefit programme across their global portfolio. (T&Cs apply).
• Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
• Eye care
• Free legal & money advice
• Counseling sessions
• Hospital & death benefit plans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
• Recipe ideas
• Advice on keeping active and healthy living
• Wellbeing podcasts and tv
• Breathing exercises
• 24/7 advice and support line
• Team reward & recognition
• Free meals on duty
• Free parking

Who This Role Is For

This role is ideal for someone who:

• Is motivated by clear goals and tangible outcomes, and enjoys the challenge of driving results
• Builds relationships naturally and understands the importance of trust, consistency and credibility
• Enjoys leading people, developing others and creating a sense of shared purpose
• Feels energised by opportunity, prospecting and opening new doors
• Is confident using data, insight and market knowledge to inform decisions
• Thrives in an environment where autonomy, responsibility and accountability are valued
• Balances commercial ambition with emotional intelligence and professionalism

If you’re someone who gains satisfaction from building strong partnerships, leading with purpose and seeing your ideas turn into measurable success, this role offers real scope to make an impact.

Hotel

The Holiday Inn Bristol-Filton is ideally located just off Junction 1 of the M32, close to the University of the West of England Bristol (UWE) and MOD Abbeywood. The hotel offers a variety of dining options, with a bar and lounge providing excellent all-day dining choices. Our Health and Fitness Club features a fully equipped gym, heated swimming pool, and sauna.

The hotel also boasts a fantastic Academy Conference Centre, capable of hosting up to 260 delegates, and an on-site fitness centre to meet all business and fitness needs. Additionally, the hotel is set on 16 acres of landscaped grounds, featuring a private fishing lake, which adds to the serene environment.

About us

Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.