A Sales Executive analyses local market trends and competitor activity to generate new future business for the hotel.

What will I be doing?

 

As Sales Executive, Government & Diplomatic Relations, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining strong relationships with government institutions, embassies, consulates, and diplomatic missions to drive new business opportunities for the hotel. You will analyze local market trends and competitor activity to identify and convert new leads, while ensuring Hilton’s standards of service and representation are consistently maintained.

Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

Analyze local market trends, government activities, and competitor performance to identify new business opportunitiesDevelop and manage government and diplomatic accounts, building long-term relationships with embassies, consulates, and related organizationsActively visit and engage with key contacts within government and diplomatic circles to drive business into the hotel/cluster and increase market shareNegotiate room rates, packages, and agreements with government entities and diplomatic missionsPrepare and manage contracts in line with Hilton’s business and pricing guidelinesDevelop and implement targeted sales and marketing activities specific to the government and diplomatic segmentWork closely with other departments to ensure seamless guest experiences tailored for diplomatic and government delegationsRepresent the hotel at official functions, industry events, and diplomatic receptions as requiredProduce accurate and timely reports for the Sales Director and senior management, including account updates, sales activities, and business leadsRespond promptly and professionally to all government and diplomatic client inquiries.

What are we looking for?

 

A Sales Executive, Government & Diplomatic Relations 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:

Strong relationship-building skills with government and diplomatic stakeholdersPositive attitude and excellent communication skillsCommitment to delivering a high level of customer service with cultural awareness and sensitivityProfessional grooming standards suitable for representing the hotel in diplomatic and government settingsFlexibility to adapt to diverse work situations and schedulesExperience in a sales role with a proven track record of developing key accounts and closing sales.

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

Knowledge of government and diplomatic protocolsKnowledge of the hospitality and meetings industryPassion for sales and achieving targets and objectivesPrior experience managing government or diplomatic accounts in hospitality.

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

 

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the.