Job Description

Job Ref:

INT23736

Branch:

The Harlow Hotel by Accor

Location:

The Harlow Hotel by Accor, Harlow

Salary/Benefits:

30,000 per annum with uncapped incentives

Contract type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

Hours per week:

Full Time (40 Hours)

Posted date:

22/08/2025

Closing date:

02/10/2025

Who are we?

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA are a division of the global Aimbridge Hospitality brand. We're passionate about connecting great people to great experiences in exciting destinations, working with brands such as Hilton, IHG, Accor, Marriott and everything in between. From the rich diversity of our people and locations to our "people first" approach to business, the Aimbridge experience is like no other.

What is in it for you?

As part of the Aimbridge team, you will have access to industry leading benefits that include


Industry leading training and leadership development opportunities Hotel discounts portfolio wide - Staff rates and up to 50% discount on food beverage and spa Wagestream - Stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing. 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme Uncapped incentives to reward you for your contributions Staff meals on duty Starting salary above national minimum wage Career and lifestyle breaks - Allowing you to take time off for key life events. Free staff parking

A day in the life of...

As Hotel Sales Executive, your role will be to carry out projects and generate leads resulting in revenue growth within the business and support the delivery of the commercial strategy. Identifying any new leads and contacts, working with the front of house teams in driving engagement. You will conduct sales lead calls to potential new accounts and clients and ensuring all sales databases are kept accurate and up to date. Performing general office duties and administrative tasks where needed which include weekly and monthly reports.

What do we need from you?

Communication Skills: As the face of our hotel, you'll need to have excellent communication skills to successfully interact with clients, vendors, and hotel staff. You should be able to communicate effectively in writing and verbally and have strong interpersonal skills. Organisational Skills: Strong organisational skills are essential for this role. You'll need to be able to manage multiple tasks, prioritise responsibilities, and work effectively under pressure. They should have excellent attention to detail and be able to manage budgets and schedules. Customer Service Skills: you'll work with our guest first hand so you'll need excellent customer service skills to ensure that our clients have a positive experience. You should be able to anticipate client needs, provide excellent service, and resolve issues quickly and effectively. Knowledge of Event Planning: Ideally, we'd love you to have knowledge of event planning, including understanding of logistics, catering, audio-visual equipment, and other details involved in planning and executing successful events. You should also be able to stay up to date with trends in event planning and hospitality. Flexibility: To handle unexpected changes or last-minute requests you'll need to be flexible and approachable. You should be able to think on their feet and quickly come up with solutions to any issues that arise.

Please note that we are offering this role on a full time basis. As such, we will only be accepting applicants who have no legal restrictions on their working hours.



Most importantly, to be successful in this role, you will be passionate about providing an exceptional guest experience and living through our brand standards

At Aimbridge, we recognise that people are the heart of our business. As a Global leader, we are committed to representing our global community and offering everyone 'A Place to Grow'

So, click apply today, we'd love to welcome you to our inclusive team shaping the future of hospitality.

The Harlow Hotel by Accor is ideally located for business and leisure, just 11 miles from Stansted Airport. It is easily accessed by road, with the M11 nearby and onsite parking for guests. The hotel is also conveniently linked to Central London, perfect for weekend breaks in the capital. Explore many local attractions on your doorstep, including Harlow Playhouse, Gibberd Garden and Paradise Wildlife Park.