Cluster Director of Sales and Marketing

Dominus; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 85,000

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for an inspiring, results-driven leader to join our team as Cluster Director of Sales and Marketing for a new 237-bedroom renowned branded hotel on Great Tower Street due to open in London in Q4 2025. You will also support sales at Hampton by Hilton London City, a 278-bedroom hotel.

If you are ready to shape the future of a brand-new hotel opening in one of the world's most exciting cities, this is your chance. As the Cluster Director, you will lead the sales and marketing strategy and be part of the pre-opening team to launch this new and exciting lifestyle hotel in the heart of The City.

What You'll Be Doing

1. Strategic Leadership: You will develop and execute sales and marketing plans to exceed targets. You will ensure your hotels are the first choice for both business and leisure guests and stand out in a competitive market.
2. Driving Business Success: From optimizing sales opportunities to leading strategic discussions with clients, brand, and key stakeholders, you will ensure both properties deliver exceptional results.
3. Driving Performance: Be comfortable operating in account acquisition, communication, and delivering results on time, with a focus on driving new corporate and group business in both hotels.
4. Building Relationships: Cultivate strong relationships with clients, agencies, and the local community to generate business for the hotel.
5. Innovative Marketing: Create unique, impactful marketing campaigns that support hotel commercial objectives.
6. Brand Ambassador: Be the voice of the hotels in the community and work closely with Hilton to maximize awareness and engagement opportunities with key strategic partners and clients to drive market share.

What We Are Looking For

1. A Strategic Thinker: You will have a deep understanding of the London hotel market, the ability to identify trends, and will be able to adapt strategies accordingly to capitalize on sales opportunities.
2. A Relationship Builder: Networking and taking a proactive approach are second nature to you, and you are passionate about developing meaningful connections with clients, key businesses, and partners.
3. A Communication Expert: With excellent presentation, negotiation, and people skills, you will collaborate with key stakeholders to drive business and cultivate lasting relationships with clients, agents, and partners.

Key Responsibilities

1. Have a clear understanding of the hotels’ budget strategy and business mix.
2. Maximize the hotels' commercial performance by aligning marketing strategies with business objectives.
3. Use data and business intelligence tools to win new business and drive market share.
4. Lead the sales and marketing activities across both hotels and set clear goals for your team to deliver on.
5. Develop and manage strong global and local relationships with clients and external partners.
6. Innovate marketing campaigns, leveraging digital channels, partnerships, and local community engagement.

Ready to join us on this incredible journey?

1. 3+ years of experience in a senior sales leadership role with London market experience.
2. Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Business, Marketing, Hospitality, or a related major.
3. A proven track record of achieving and exceeding revenue goals in the hospitality sector.
4. Experience of working with a global brand is preferred.
5. Pre-opening hotel and/or multi-site experience is preferred.

Our Company

From modest origins many years ago, Dominus has grown into one of the UK’s most ambitious family-owned business groups. We’re proud to be potent enablers and catalysts for positive change.

Our track record of honesty, integrity, and delivery spans the real estate sector across the UK – in student accommodation, hospitality, residential development, and beyond.

Our culture

Working in collaboration nationwide, we make a daily difference at street level, with landmark developments, innovative partnerships, and a progressive, long-term view of the future.

For a decade, we’ve been driven by our ethos of creating and investing in strong, vibrant, sustainable communities. Today, we’re more than an award-winning, forward-thinking business. We encompass charitable values, taking action in the community. And we’re a trusted partner, forging links across the public and private sectors.

Our vision

To invest in a better society where everyone’s welcome.

Our mission

We invest in design and create the future of the urban environment, harnessing the partnerships that underpin the UK.

Your rewards

We are offering a competitive salary and a great benefits package. This role offers the ability to grow and develop over time – we have a strong culture of progression at Dominus. Other incentives include:

1. Excellent Company benefits including, but not limited to, Impact Day (paid day to volunteer), Your Inspirational Stay, Recommend a Friend (T&C's apply)
2. Development opportunity across the Dominus hotels portfolio, including several Marriott and Hilton brands
3. Staff rate across all Hilton brands and across the Dominus hotel portfolio
4. Staff events and recognition schemes
5. Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

About the next steps

To apply in confidence, please submit an application via the link provided.

The closing date for receipt of applications is TBC.