The Cluster Sales Manager – Leisure is responsible for driving leisure business across Banyan Tree Dubai and associated properties, developing relationships with travel agencies, tour operators, luxury travel partners, corporate leisure accounts, and destination specialists. Requirements typically include a degree or diploma in hospitality, tourism, business, or a related field, along with several years of hotel sales experience in the UAE or a comparable international market. Strong knowledge of Dubai’s leisure segment, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and an established industry network are highly desirable. The successful candidate is expected to meet revenue targets, create account plans, generate new business, manage key relationships, monitor market trends, represent the hotel at sales events, and collaborate closely with revenue, marketing, reservations, and operations teams.
Banyan Tree Dubai is a luxury resort in Dubai operated under the Banyan Group portfolio and connected with Accor’s global hospitality network. The property offers an upscale, wellness-focused environment with premium accommodation, dining, beach and leisure facilities, and personalized guest experiences. Banyan Tree is internationally recognized for combining refined hospitality with a strong sense of place, thoughtful design, wellness, and responsible tourism. Its Dubai operation serves leisure travelers, luxury clients, families, groups, and high-end events, supported by a multicultural team and international commercial reach. Employees can expect a polished resort setting, professional service standards, cross-functional collaboration, and opportunities to work with global hospitality brands. The company typically values guest focus, cultural awareness, teamwork, commercial performance, sustainability, and an authentic approach to luxury service.
The United Arab Emirates is a strong destination for hospitality careers, particularly in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, where luxury hotels, resorts, restaurants, events, aviation, and tourism companies regularly recruit international talent. Although not an island, the UAE offers extensive coastal living, beaches, desert activities, modern shopping, and a highly international lifestyle. Dubai is fast-paced, multicultural, and generally convenient, with excellent public transport, private healthcare, and wide-ranging dining and entertainment. Local culture places importance on respect, modest public behavior, hospitality, and awareness of Islamic traditions, especially during Ramadan. Most expatriate employees require employer-sponsored residence and work visas; companies commonly arrange the work permit, medical testing, Emirates ID, and residency formalities. Candidates should confirm accommodation, transport, insurance, annual leave, flights, and gratuity in the employment package. Housing costs can be high, so location and benefits should be considered carefully before relocating.
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