Cluster Business Development Executive - Sales & Marketing - InterContinental Hotels Group® Dubai F

Do you see yourself as a Cluster Business Development Executive for InterContinental Hotels Group® at  Dubai Festival City?  

What’s your passion? Whether you're into triathlons, exploring new restaurants, or dancing the tango, at IHG, we're interested in you.

We love people who apply the same amount of passion and precision to their jobs as they do to their hobbies.

Imagine working for a company that gives you Room to Be Yourself.

Our commitment to our people is to deliver Room to Belong, to learn and grow, to perform, to be recognized and rewarded, to be involved, and to take the initiative and lead.

The InterContinental Hotels Group® at Dubai Festival City consists of four hotels.

These include the luxury and lifestyle brand InterContinental, the lavish long-stay InterContinental Residence Suites, the premium Crowne Plaza, and the essentials Holiday Inn & Suites.

In addition to over 1,600 rooms, the cluster boasts a selection of 16 restaurants and bars, an impressive 3,800-square-metre Event Centre across two levels, the 5,000-square-metre Festival Arena by InterContinental, the luxurious Spa InterContinental, and state-of-the-art gym and swimming pool facilities.

We are looking for people who are friendly, welcoming, and full of life to join over 1,200 colleagues who are always finding ways to make every guest's experience an enjoyable one.

We value the passion and enthusiasm of our colleagues and encourage you to share your passion when you work with us.

                                                                                             

A little taste of your day-to-day


* Proactively drive Total Revenue (Rooms and Conference & Banqueting for the Events Centre), identifying and capitalising on opportunities in line with the set sales strategies and financial targets.

Secure optimal rates that support the commercial objectives of the business.


* Develop in-depth knowledge of the business model, brand concept, market dynamics, client portfolios, industry exhibitions, and relevant geographical areas.


* Effectively utilise IHG-approved sales tools such as IBP, Delphi and Opera to streamline processes and ensure transparency and efficiency in day-to-day tasks.


* Engage with clients through planned meetings, site inspections, entertainment, networking events, and other relevant channels to grow and retain business.


* Foster consistent internal communication to share market intelligence, coordinate planning efforts, and ensure all stakeholders are informed of customer activities and opportunities.


* Conduct research to identify potential new clients, including corporate organisations, travel agents, event planners, and other key market segments.


* Maintain and develop a comprehensive database of leads, prospects, and key contacts to support targeted sales activity.


* Perform regular market analysis to monitor trends, competitor activity, and...