Job Description

Job Ref:

DOM1383

Branch:

The Derby London City, Curio Collection by Hilton

Location:

The Derby London City, London (Central)

Salary/Benefits:

Competitive Salary plus Bonus

Contract type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

Posted date:

04/12/2025

Closing date:

17/01/2026

Join The Derby London City, Curio Collection by Hilton (Opening Early 2026)

The Derby London City, Curio Collection by Hilton joins an existing portfolio of award-winning hotels owned by Dominus and managed by Dominus Hospitality. Opening in February 2026 the hotel will join Hilton's prestigious Curio Collection in the UK, a global set of remarkable upper upscale hotels handpicked for their unique character and personality - each one a part of the fabric of the city it calls home.



In the heart of London's historic financial district, "The Derby" resonates with charm and sophistication. The name, inspired by the iconic bowler hat - affectionately known as a "Derby" - pays homage to the City's storied banking heritage.



The Derby offers 234 contemporary bedrooms, including 13 suites with panoramic city views. Guests can enjoy modern British dining with a twist at Rycrofte's Restaurant, Coffee House and Bar, with options for private dining. The hotel also features boardroom-style meeting spaces for 10-20 delegates, fully equipped with the latest technology, all in the heart of London's Square Mile.

What we offer

Staff rate across all Hilton brands and across the Dominus hotel portfolio Your Inspirational Stay - a night in the hotel and enjoy dinner, bed and breakfast with a plus one (TC's apply) Impact Day, paid day to support your charity of choice Development opportunity across the Dominus hotels portfolio, including Marriott and Hilton brands Staff events and recognition schemes Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) A collaborative team culture where people thrive together and a place where you can be your true authentic self

About The Role

We are looking for a driven and commercially minded

Sales Manager

who will play a key part in positioning our new Curio Collection hotel within the City's competitive corporate landscape. You will support the Cluster Director of Sales Marketing in building our corporate client base, developing strong relationships, and driving revenue across key business travel segments. With a proactive, hands-on approach, you will represent the hotel with confidence, help shape our pre-opening commercial strategy, and contribute to the successful launch and long-term performance of the hotel.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and grow a portfolio of key corporate accounts across London's financial and professional sectors. Identify, qualify, and convert new business opportunities to drive market share and revenue. Conduct client meetings, reviews, and presentations to strengthen partnerships and support long-term growth. Lead negotiations, contracting, and RFP processes to secure profitable business. Maintain accurate activity logs, pipeline data, and reporting through Hilton systems such as Delphi. Collaborate closely with Revenue Management on pricing, forecasting, and strategic commercial decisions. Represent the hotel at sales events, networking functions, and corporate showcases. Support pre-opening tasks including database creation, collateral development, and launch event preparation. Partner with Marketing, Operations, and Reservations to optimise conversion and ensure a seamless client experience.

Key Skills

Strong relationship-builder with excellent communication and presentation skills. Confident representing the hotel to senior clients and corporate stakeholders. Highly organised with meticulous attention to detail and accurate reporting skills. Commercially minded with proven negotiation and business development abilities. Target-driven, proactive, and comfortable managing a strong sales pipeline. Collaborative team player with a positive, solutions-focused approach. Professional, polished, and brand-conscious, suited to a lifestyle, design-led hotel environment. Strong understanding of corporate travel buying behaviour and market trends. Experience with hotel CRM/sales systems (Delphi or similar) desirable.

About You

Energetic, ambitious, and motivated by achieving commercial results. Confident building relationships with corporate clients and representing the hotel at senior level. Strategic thinker with strong negotiation skills and a proactive, self-driven approach. Comfortable managing a sales pipeline and working toward targets in a competitive market. Adaptable, organised, and able to balance client-facing activity with administrative accuracy. Collaborative team player with a positive, solutions-focused mindset. Passionate about hospitality and excited to contribute to a major pre-opening project. Eager to grow within a high-performing commercial team and develop long-term career prospects. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all parts of the community. Must have valid right to work in the UK, please note that the company does not currently hold a sponsorship licence, therefore sponsorship assistance is not available.

You are hungry. Driven. Confident in a room full of corporate travel managers, buyers, and agency partners. You are ready to own the City of London's corporate landscape and put a brand-new hotel on the map. Whether you are stepping up from a sales executive role or already thriving as a manager, you are eager for growth, visibility, and the chance to be part of a high-performing sales team.

Ready to be part of something remarkable?

If you are passionate about hospitality, creativity, and delivering exceptional guest experiences, this is your chance to help shape one of the city's most exciting hotel openings. Apply now and help us bring The Derby London City to life.


We're in the City of London, overlooking St Dunstan in the East Church and Gardens. Tower of London, Tower Bridge, and Tate Modern are all less than 10 minutes away. Enjoy breathtaking views of iconic landmarks like The Shard, London Bridge, and the River Thames from select guest rooms. Dine in style at our all-day restaurant, bar, and coffeehouse.