Director of Sales

Belmond

Director of Sales responsible for sales growth and client relationships in UK & Ireland for Belmond. Leading sales teams and driving revenue across luxury hospitality.

Posted 6/15/2026full-timeLondon • 🇬🇧 United KingdomLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Director of Sales, UK reports to the Divisional Director of Sales, Southern Europe & UK and will oversee all outbound sales from the UK & Ireland, driving revenue growth, client relationships, and leading high-performing sales teams in the outbound field.
Overseeing the sales activities for UK this role is responsible for driving performance of the sales teams, achieving and exceeding goals of revenue generation.
The Director of Sales, UK will manage the Belmond Commercial Organisation sellers (BCO) including Belmond Client Directors within the assigned geographic territories (UK) and segments (Leisure & Groups).
The role has a focus on leading and directing the Client Directors and Client Managers and their teams as well as implementing first-class client management and new client acquisition strategies increasing the number of new active accounts through business development activities.
This role will be accountable for meeting established revenue targets for a specific set of accounts within the geographic territories assigned for direct and personal management and development.
The assigned geographic territories, market and industry segments, direct reports, and owned Accounts are subject to change depending on the Company’s needs and variable market conditions.
The Director of Sales, UK is responsible for leading the development, management and growth of revenue across leisure, groups and events accounts within the assigned market, while providing strategic direction and oversight to the sales team.
This role combines direct accountability for delivering revenue targets from personally owned accounts with leadership of Client Directors and Client Managers to drive performance across the wider portfolio.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ability to own and deliver revenue targets across UK & Ireland, including track record of exceeding targets and managing complex sales portfolios.
Significant senior sales experience in luxury hospitality, travel, or premium brands.
Strong track record in new client acquisition and business development.
Experience translating global sales strategy into effective local commercial plans.
Well-established network across luxury, corporate, lifestyle, and premium partner segments.
Ability to build strategic partnerships and generate high-value leads.
Experience developing sales tools and client-focused sales strategies.
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Commercially driven with a strong understanding of the UK luxury market.

Benefits

Comp & perks

**What We Offer**
At Belmond, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture built on kindness, active listening, and genuine connections with our colleagues and guests.
We strive to create an environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. With a commitment to your ongoing development, you’ll have the opportunity to learn and grow alongside some of the most talented individuals in the industry. Join us and be part of creating unforgettable moments for our guests, communities and each other.
**This is your moment. Apply today!**

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Hard Skills & Tools

revenue generationbusiness developmentclient managementsales strategysales portfolio managementclient acquisitionsales tools developmentperformance managementaccount management

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationstakeholder managementstrategic partnership buildingnetworkinggoal orientationteam managementclient-focused approachcommercial acumen