Account Director, GSO Sydney

Job Description

The Account Director, GSO Sydney is responsible for developing and managing relationships with corporate, agency, and other key accounts across Marriott’s hotel portfolio. Requirements typically include several years of sales experience in hospitality, tourism, or a related commercial environment, strong knowledge of the Sydney and Australian business market, excellent communication skills, and the ability to achieve revenue targets. The successful candidate is expected to generate new business, retain and grow existing accounts, prepare sales plans, conduct client meetings and presentations, coordinate with hotel sales teams, and maintain accurate records in company systems. Strategic thinking, negotiation skills, professionalism, initiative, and willingness to travel for client engagements are important.

Company Info

Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hotel companies, operating and franchising a broad portfolio of hotels, resorts, and serviced residences across numerous brands, including Marriott Hotels, The Ritz-Carlton, W Hotels, Sheraton, Westin, and Courtyard. Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, the company serves millions of guests through properties in more than 140 countries and territories. Marriott’s Sydney Area Office supports commercial activity for hotels across the region, helping coordinate sales strategies, manage major accounts, and grow business through corporate travel, meetings, events, leisure, and group segments. The company is known for its global Marriott Bonvoy loyalty programme, structured career development, international mobility, and emphasis on hospitality, inclusion, ethical business practices, and customer-focused service.

Destination Guide

Australia offers strong opportunities in hospitality, tourism, sales, events, technology, healthcare, construction, and professional services, particularly in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and regional tourism destinations. Workplace culture is generally direct, practical, collaborative, and respectful of work-life balance. Sydney provides beaches, national parks, restaurants, cultural attractions, and a busy international business environment, although housing and transport costs can be high. Australia has diverse climates, from tropical northern areas to temperate southern cities. Visa options may include employer-sponsored skilled visas, the Working Holiday visa for eligible applicants, and skilled migration pathways; requirements depend on nationality, occupation, qualifications, and experience. Before relocating, candidates should confirm visa eligibility, employment conditions, tax obligations, healthcare arrangements, accommodation costs, and professional accreditation requirements. Sydney’s public transport network is extensive, while driving may be useful outside central areas.