Director of Event Sales

Hyatt Place Melbourne Essendon Fields is Australia's first Hyatt Place hotel, perfectly positioned in the heart of Essendon Fields' retail and commercial precinct.

Located steps from Essendon Fields Airport, 6 minutes from Melbourne Airport and 20 minutes from Melbourne's Central Business District (CBD), our hotel combines style, innovation and 24/7 conveniences to create an easy to navigate experience for today's multi-tasking traveler. Guests can enjoy thoughtfully designed guestrooms featuring distinct zones for sleep, work and play, and free flowing social spaces that offer seamless transitions from work to relaxation.

About the Role

Hyatt Place Melbourne Essendon Fields is looking for a dynamic Director of Event Sales to oversee MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) sales. This role, manages a team of 3 Sales Executive focusing on building strong client relationships, securing high-yielding corporate and group accounts, and driving hotel revenue through strategic and proactive sales efforts.

Main Responsibilities

Some of the responsibilities for this position include:

Follow a structured sales plan to secure high-yield corporate and MICE accounts, boosting occupancy and revenue.

Meet weekly and monthly targets for corporate room nights, MICE revenue and hotel outlet sales as per the budget.

Contribute to the development and execution of sales and marketing strategies to drive business growth.

Negotiate rates, respond to enquiries, prepare proposals, quotes and contracts.

Host familiarisation tours and site inspections for prospective clients, aligning with Hyatt brand standards.

Proactively prospect and grow a portfolio of corporate and group accounts for conferencing and accommodation.

Respond to client queries promptly and ensure timely follow-ups to close deals successfully.

Identify new business opportunities, represent the hotel at events, collaborate with partners and assist with promotional campaigns to drive revenue.

Qualifications and Experience

Relevant degree in Hospitality, Business or Marketing is an advantage.

Proven track record in a sales or business development, particularly in the hospitality or MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) sectors.

Understanding of the hospitality industry including market trends, competitor activities and client needs.

Knowledge of revenue and yield management including related tools is highly regarded.

Familiarity with technology including Microsoft Office Suite and CRM systems (Salesforce, Opera).

Strong analytical and reporting skills.

Excellent verbal and written skills with the ability to focus on accuracy and detail.

Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to foster and maintain professional relationships both internally and externally to the hotel.

What we offer

With enriching work comes amazing rewards! Just some of our employee benefits include:

Employee Assistance Program

Opportunities for career development and growth

A dynamic and supportive work environment

Discounts on accommodation and dining at Hyatt properties worldwide

Sponsorship Opportunities available: future employer sponsored 482 or 186 Visas available

Hyatt is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. To get a peek of how our colleagues experience the brand, check out #InAHyattWorld or #WorldofHyatt

When applying for a position working at a Hyatt hotel, you are pursuing an opportunity to join a culture built on caring and attentive colleagues who have a passion for providing efficient service and creating meaningful experiences. Our values are the guiding principles for our success, giving us the opportunity to open over 1,350 properties worldwide. Our values of Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion, Experimentation and Wellbeing are at the core of what we do. Our family atmosphere is what keeps our associates highly engaged.

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