Sales Manager (Leisure)

Job Description

The Sales Manager (Leisure) is responsible for developing leisure business and increasing room, package, and event revenue for Fairmont Southampton. Requirements typically include previous hotel sales experience, strong knowledge of leisure markets, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to build relationships with travel advisors, tour operators, corporate partners, and high-value guests. Familiarity with luxury hospitality, sales systems, budgeting, and market analysis is advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to generate leads, conduct sales calls and presentations, manage accounts, attend industry events, prepare reports, and achieve revenue targets. A proactive, polished, commercially minded approach and flexibility to work with international clients are essential.

Company Info

Fairmont Southampton is a landmark luxury resort in Bermuda, operated under the Fairmont brand, part of Accor, one of the world's leading hospitality groups. Fairmont hotels are known for distinctive properties, thoughtful service, elegant accommodation, and memorable dining and leisure experiences. The Southampton resort is located on Bermuda's scenic South Shore and has traditionally offered extensive guest facilities, including restaurants, meeting and event spaces, recreational amenities, and access to the island's beaches and attractions. Accor supports its hotels through global sales, marketing, loyalty, training, and operational resources while encouraging local teams to deliver an authentic destination experience. Employees may benefit from working in an international environment, developing luxury hospitality expertise, and serving leisure, group, and high-end travel markets. Property operations and reopening arrangements can change, so candidates should confirm current details directly with the employer.

Destination Guide

Bermuda offers opportunities in tourism, hotels, restaurants, marine services, finance, insurance, construction, healthcare, education, and professional services. Hospitality roles are especially connected to the island's seasonal visitor economy, with demand for experienced international candidates in management and specialist positions. Bermudian culture blends British, Caribbean, Portuguese, and North American influences, with a strong emphasis on community, courtesy, music, and outdoor life. Residents enjoy pink-sand beaches, boating, diving, golf, sailing, and a mild subtropical climate. Housing and everyday costs are high, and many workers use scooters or public transport because visitors generally cannot rent cars. Non-Bermudians must obtain employer-sponsored permission before working; employers normally demonstrate that a suitable Bermudian or resident worker is unavailable. Successful applicants should secure a written offer, confirm work-permit responsibility, accommodation, health insurance, and relocation costs before moving. Work authorization is role-specific and should be checked with Bermuda's Department of Immigration.