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

Do you see yourself as a Front Desk Agent for InterContinental Hotels Group® at  Dubai Festival City?  

As the world’s first and most global luxury hotel brand, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has pioneered international travel since the 1940s, we are passionate about sharing our renowned international know-how and cultural wisdom in truly impressive surroundings.

We all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental®️ brand and to be part of the brand you will have a thirst for travel, passion for culture and appreciation for diversity.

We create inspiring experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world.

If you’d like to embrace a world of opportunities, we’d like to welcome you to the world’s most international luxury hotel brand.

The IHG Hotels 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, F&B and Festival Arena), identifying and capitalizing 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 utilize 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 organizations, 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 ...