13 Oct
Belmond
London
Job description
As a Senior Sales Manager (EMEA) for Belmond Trains & Cruises, you are part of a team that establishes short-term and long-term sales strategies for EMEA in line with the organisational vision and commercial objectives.
In this role, you are responsible for managing specialist rail and cruise trade accounts and directing the Belmond Commercial Office (BCO) and Private Client Managers (PCMs) in Europe to achieve geo-market revenue targets.
Based in London and reporting to the Divisional Director of Sales, this is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual with a passion for excellence and storytelling in travel, a strong cultural awareness and an unswerving approach to maintaining standards.
If you’re looking to develop your skills and be part of a legacy of luxury, this is your moment.
Primary Responsibilities Include :
- Defining and implementing the leisure and groups sales strategy for key territories within the assigned market as per annual budget ambitions.
- Managing Trains & Cruises-owned accounts in the market; setting strategy and objectives for each one.
- Tracking and recording sales activities and account growth by using available systems and tools.
- Supporting Belmond’s Commercial Organisation to optimise performance and maximise revenue from EMEA.
- Supporting the sales roll-out of new T&C; products in the assigned market.
Requirements
What You Bring :
- Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK.
- 5-7 years’ relevant experience within a similar role, ideally in the luxury hospitality industry.
- A degree or relevant diploma from a recognised tertiary educational institution.
- Robust commercial acumen,
demonstrating an exceptional understanding of market dynamics and business strategies, and an ability to drive profitable growth through astute sales leadership and decision-making.
- Proven experience in working with and delivering in Europe and Middle Eastern markets and a developing black book of contacts in the luxury sector.
- At all times, you will embrace and deliver the Vision of Belmond and strive towards the company’s strategy of being the world’s most desirable luxury travel brand.
Benefits
What We Offer :
At Belmond, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture built on kindness, active listening, and genuine connections with our colleagues and guests.
We offer a comprehensive range of compensation, perks and benefits including :
- Hybrid working system- three days in the office and two days working from home.
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
- Group Income Protection & life insurance.
- Pension fund.
- Private Healthcare & Dental Insurance.
- Discover Belmond programme.
We strive to create an environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. With a commitment to your ongoing development, you'll have the opportunity to learn and grow alongside some of the most talented individuals in the industry.
Join us and be part of creating unforgettable moments for our guests, communities, and each other.
This is your moment. Apply today!
About Us
Belmond Trains & Cruises whisk guests away on evocative adventures across land and water.
The legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express journeys between captivating European cities.
Sister train British Pullman runs lavish day excursions around the UK from London. Royal Scotsman offers thrilling escapes in the Scottish Highlands.
Eastern & Oriental Express connects ancient wonders and cosmopolitan cities in Southeast Asia. On the water, Les Bateaux Belmond luxury barges cruise through Burgundy, Champagne and Provence.
The Belmond & LVMH Family
We are proud to be part of LVMH and the Belmond global collection of iconic hotels, trains and river cruises, all creating exceptional experiences worldwide.
When you join the Belmond Trains & Cruises division, you join a global family of history-rich hotels and breathtaking destinations, where our employees are at the heart of the Belmond experience.