Job Description - Assistant Director of GC&E Sales
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) Team Member Travel Program:
discounted hotel nights plus 50% off Food and Beverages (subject to individual outlets) Guest Experience Day
1 night stay with breakfast per year Team Member Referral Program High street discounts:
with Perks at Work Holiday:
28 daysincluding bank holidays (increasing yearly to up to 33 days) Discounted dental and health cover Discounted Parking
- £2 per day at Red Car Park Modern and inclusive
Team Members areas Competitive Sales Incentives An Assistant Director of Group, Conference and Events Sales will assist in meeting and drive efforts to maximise revenue, profit, and the satisfaction of Guests.
What will I be doing? As an Assistant Director of Groups, Conference and Events, you will assist in meeting and drive efforts to maximise revenue, profit, and the satisfaction of Guests. The AssistantDirector of Groups,Conference and Events will develop the Team through the coordination of an onboarding plan and continued development efforts to ensure that the Conference and Events and related Teams are fully prepared to offer an exceptional conference and event experience. Specifically, an Assistant Director Groups,Conference and Events will perform the following tasks to the highest standards: Assist the Commercial Team to maximise conference and banqueting revenue and profit through pro-active selling techniques, calendar/time management, and pricing strategy Ensure the highest standards of conference and banqueting business processes Ensure the Conference and Events Sales Team has the skills and knowledge required for high-level performance Implement an effective selling strategy and ensure this strategy is understood and executed by all Team Members Ensure fairness in vendor selection and with vendor pricing, such that non-contracted customers receive the same rates (quotes) regardless of the chosen booking channel used Ensure company/department specific induction/onboarding plan for Revenue/Conference and Events/ Reservations Managers is identified, executed, and in coordination with the relevant Human Resource Manager and Regional Director of Revenue Maintain consistent communication with the Training and Development department to ensure Teams at all levels are trained and developed through the use of structured training calendars and programs Maintain strong internal control of the working environment, such that it is always in compliance Hilton and the Hotel brand's policies and procedures Ensure communication meetings occur and are accompanied by documentation/minutes on a monthly basis Manage staff performance in compliance with company policies and procedures Recruit, manage, train and develop the Conference and Events Team What are we looking for? An Assistant Director of Groups, Conference and Events serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow: Demonstrated previous experience in similar role Strong Planning background Proven commercial acumen Ability to demonstrate negotiation and influencing skills Effective management skills Positive attitude and excellent communication skills It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions: Previous experience working within the hospitality industry Commercial and industry knowledge
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