WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE PART OF A FAST - GROWING ORGANISATION?

JOIN US AS GROUPS & EVENTS SALES SPECIALIST.

ABOUT ODYSSEY

We're The Odyssey Hotel Group, Europe’s most ambitious hotel operator and the team behind many famous global hospitality names. We partner with Marriott, IHG, and Accor to develop exceptional properties across various brands, from Holiday Express to Marriott's Autograph collection. Powered by over 700 employees and supported by Activum SG as our major shareholder, our purpose is to create wonderful stories through a passion for unique and locally inspired hotel design and attention to every detail. We achieve this through a culture of enabling and empowering our teams to be masters of the art of hospitality. 

ODYSSEY CULTURE

You’ll be joining a fast-moving, ambitious, and successful team that’s shaking up the industry we love. If you thrive on responsibility, share a passion for great service, and are a natural collaborator, we'll be a good fit. We pride ourselves with a collaborative mindset.

THE POSITION

Odyssey Hotel Group is seeking a motivated and results-driven Groups & Events Sales Specialist to strengthen our Groups & Events Sales Team. Within this role you are responsible for generating revenue by promoting and selling groups and event services throughout our portfolio in Europe. The Groups & Events Sales Specialist works closely with clients, the sales team, and other commercial departments to deliver exceptional service.

THE KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Qualify new leads to acquire new business opportunities in the groups and events segment.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, corporate partners, and event organizers.

• Identify and capitalize on upselling and cross-selling opportunities to maximize revenue.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring seamless communication and tailored event solutions.

• Conduct sales calls, site inspections, and presentations to potential clients.

• Prepare proposals, negotiate contracts and manage all event-related documentation.

• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure the successful execution of events.

WHAT WILL YOU BRING?

• Proven experience in sales, (group) reservations, account management, or business development, preferably in hospitality or event sales.

• Strong ability to establish and maintain client relationships.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.

• A proactive and target-driven mindset with the ability to work independently.

• Experience with CRM systems and event sales platforms is an advantage (OPERA is a pré).

WHY THIS ROLE AT ODYSSEY?

• Attractive benefits package.

• Employee discount rates in more than 8000 hotels, for you and your family.

• Your personal development taken seriously. You have the option to grow within our diverse hotel brands and our headquarters.

• Access to diverse resources through Empowr for personal well-being support.

• Room for your ideas and creativity - your vision is important to us.

• Working from beautiful locations.

• Working in a dynamic and expanding work environment where no day is the same.

• A culture where great colleagues become true friends.

• Diversity in the work and tasks and getting involved in projects.

• The chance to work with a dynamic and innovative team in a leading hospitality company.

INTERESTED?

Apply through this vacancy, and we will contact you as soon as possible. We look forward to your application!