Hotel Sales and Networking Executive

Job Ref: INT24219

Branch: Mercure Brighton Seafront Hotel

Location: Mercure Brighton, Brighton

Salary/Benefits: Extensive benefits, development opportunities and compensation package

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Hours per week: 40

Posted date: 07/11/2025

Closing date: 09/12/2025

Are you a natural connector with a passion for creating new opportunities?

We're looking for a Hotel Sales and Networking Executive to drive growth at the iconic Mercure Brighton Seafront Hotel. If you thrive on spotting opportunities, building networks, and turning conversations into commercial success, this is your moment.

Who are we?

At Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA, we're part of a global powerhouse in hotel management. We work with the world's most recognised brands – from Hilton and Marriott to IHG and Accor – and we're proud to bring people-first hospitality to life across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

Why join us?

As part of the Aimbridge family, you'll enjoy global career opportunities, industry-leading training, and fantastic perks like hotel discounts across our portfolio (including up to 50% off food, beverage, and spa), flexible working options, and access to Wagestream so you can draw down up to 40% of your pay as you earn it. You'll also benefit from a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and lucrative referral schemes.

What you'll be doing

In this role, you'll be the proactive force behind our hotel's growth. You'll identify and secure new business opportunities across corporate, leisure, and MICE segments, while building and nurturing strong relationships with clients and partners. Representing the hotel at networking events, trade shows, and client meetings will be a key part of your day, as will collaborating with marketing and operations to deliver compelling proposals and campaigns. Staying ahead of market trends and competitor activity is essential, and you'll report on pipeline and performance to senior leadership.

This is a role for someone who lives and breathes networking – someone who knows how to open doors, build trust, and create long-term partnerships.

What we're looking for

You'll bring proven experience in business development or sales, ideally within hospitality or a service-led industry. Confidence in communication, negotiation, and presentation is a must, along with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment. Organisation and attention to detail are key, as is being a team player who collaborates across departments to deliver results. Above all, you'll be passionate about hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Ready to make your mark in Brighton?

Join us at the Mercure Brighton Seafront Hotel and be part of a team that's shaping the future of hospitality – one connection at a time.

Apply now and let's grow together.

With incredible seafront views, the 4 star Mercure Brighton Seafront Hotel is the ideal place to stay when visiting this historic city. The Grade 2 listed hotel is a grand Victorian landmark with period features, including stuccoes Regency frontage, original mirrors, chandeliers and a high ceilinged ballroom for celebrations. An ideal stay for both families and couples, it brings some 19th century elegance to your stay in Brighton.

Coastal, our onsite bistro-style restaurant, bar and terrace sits on the stunning seafront and is the perfect spot for a relaxed dinner with friends; enjoy a sociable dining experience centred around locally caught seafood, fresh and the finest flavours. The hotel is also suited for business stays, weddings, meetings and events. Our Coast View Suite provides a sea view backdrop for weddings and private events of all types, the famous Bandstand is directly opposite the hotel can be booked for weddings.

Just across the road from the promenade, Mercure Brighton Seafront hotel is just a mile from Brighton railway station, with regular services to London Victoria, Gatwick Airport and England's Beautiful South Downs. The A23 is less than a mile away.