Cluster Assistant Director of Sales-Leisure - InterContinental Hotel & Residences Abu Dhabi

At InterContinental Hotel & Residences Abu Dhabi, we are committed to delivering world-class hospitality and unforgettable experiences. Nestled in the heart of Abu Dhabi, our hotel offers luxury accommodations, exceptional dining, and outstanding leisure facilities. As part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, we strive to create a welcoming environment for both our guests and team members.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Cluster Assistant Director of Sales – Leisure to drive revenue growth and expand our leisure market. This role will focus on developing strategic sales initiatives, fostering key client relationships, and ensuring the continued success of our leisure segment across multiple properties.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly do:

• Develop and implement sales strategies to maximize revenue from leisure segments across cluster properties.
• Identify and establish strong relationships with key leisure travel partners, tour operators, and travel agencies.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify new opportunities and trends.
• Collaborate with the revenue and marketing teams to develop promotions and packages tailored to the leisure market.
• Lead, mentor, and support the sales team to achieve targets and exceed expectations.
• Represent the hotel at key industry events, trade shows, and sales missions.
• Monitor and report on sales performance, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Work closely with the operations team to ensure seamless guest experiences that align with sales commitments.
• Develop and manage partnerships with key online travel agencies (OTAs) and digital platforms to enhance sales reach.
• Analyze guest feedback and booking patterns to refine sales strategies and maximize revenue potential.

What we need from you:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in sales within the luxury hospitality industry, with a focus on leisure sales.
• Strong network of travel trade partners and a proven track record of success in securing business from key leisure markets.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to develop and execute strategic sales plans to drive revenue and market share growth.
• Knowledge of the Abu Dhabi and GCC tourism market is highly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
• Fluency in English is required; additional languages such as Arabic, Mandarin, Russian, or German are an advantage.

What you can expect from us: 

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life—including impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business. 

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. 

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.  

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.