Job Description

Job Ref:

THW9021

Branch:

Kettering Park Hotel Spa

Location:

Kettering Park Hotel Spa, Kettering

Salary/Benefits:

Competitive Salary with an excellent benefits package

Contract type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

Shift pattern:

May include occasional weekend work

Hours per week:

45 hours per week

Posted date:

30/10/2025

Closing date:

16/12/2025

Are you a strategic sales leader with a passion for hospitality and a drive to deliver commercial success? We're looking for a

Head of Sales

to lead proactive sales efforts across our luxury hotel property, focusing on meetings events, group bookings, and corporate business.



As Head of Sales, you'll be responsible for all revenue-generating activity at your property. You'll work closely with the General Manager and Sales Director to develop and execute strategies that drive demand and maximise profitability. You'll also play a key role in elevating the sales culture across the hotel and wider group.

Your day to day;

Account manage key hotel and group accounts to maximise potential. Lead strategic sales activities including Sales Blitzes, Fam Trips, Tradeshows, and client entertainment. Negotiate contracts and manage RFPs for corporate business. Build and execute annual budgets and business plans in collaboration with the commercial team. Develop and mentor the on-property Sales Executive to build a strong talent pipeline. Monitor/create where needed the sales forecast and action when shortfalls are identified Monitor market trends and competitor activity to adjust strategies proactively. Coordinate with marketing and social media teams to ensure campaigns support hotel objectives. Provide accurate monthly reporting and forecasting to stakeholders. Represent the hotel at industry events and exhibitions.

Who we are looking for;

As Head of Sales, you will be responsible for all sales and revenue generating activity for your property, whilst supporting proactively generating sales for the Group. Working closely with the Sales Director to identify challenges and focus resource to maximise turnover and profitability of the business. You will be a natural sales expert focused on solution-led selling and excellent at relationship building. We're looking for someone who is results-driven, using data and insight to guide decisions and exceed targets. As a natural strong leader, you will be able to elevate the sales culture across the business as well as being a collaborative team player who thrives in a supportive environment.



You will have proven success in a proactive hotel sales role, ideally at Head of Sales or Senior Proactive level. You will be excellent at negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills. Hotel industry experience is advantageous.

In return, we are offering a rewarding role with scope for career progression along with;

A competive salary Wagestream - the ability to access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them each week 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years) Health cash plan Generous employee discounts on accomodation, food drink in our beautiful properties across the country Life assurance Employee Assistance Programme Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Apprenticeships available Bespoke training programmes accessible to all An engaging and supportive work environment


A traditionally styled hotel with a modern touch of luxury and quality service, Kettering Park Hotel Spa offers its guests a wonderful experience filled with homely, personal touches. The hotel consists of award winning spa facilities, an AA rosette restaurant, comfy bedrooms and business facilities. With space for weddings and large events no two days are ever the same. Owned by Daniel Thwaites within close proximity of the A14 for commuters, Kettering Park Hotel Spa is perfect for someone looking for a supportive work environment in a busy hospitality venue, where team development is at its core.