Assistant Sales Manager - Government

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The Assistant Sales Manager – Government supports the hotel’s sales strategy by managing government accounts, developing relationships with ministries and agencies, generating room and event business, preparing proposals, conducting client visits, and meeting revenue targets. Candidates should have hotel sales experience, preferably with government or corporate accounts, strong knowledge of the Malaysian market, and excellent communication and negotiation skills. Fluency in English is expected, while Bahasa Malaysia is highly beneficial. The role requires professional presentation, effective account management, accurate reporting, teamwork, and the flexibility to attend client meetings, networking events, and hotel functions. Familiarity with Marriott systems and local government procurement practices would be an advantage.

About the employer

Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, operating a broad portfolio of hotels and resorts across luxury, premium, and select-service brands. Renaissance Hotels, part of the Marriott portfolio, focuses on distinctive, design-led properties that connect guests with the character of each destination. Renaissance Kuala Lumpur Hotel & Convention Centre is a full-service hotel serving business travellers, government clients, conference organisers, leisure guests, and large-scale events. The property combines accommodation, restaurants, meeting facilities, wellness services, and convention support in a central Kuala Lumpur location. Employees typically work in a structured international environment with access to Marriott training, career development opportunities, employee travel programmes, and hospitality benefits. The hotel’s sales team plays an important role in building corporate, government, group, and event business while maintaining long-term client relationships.

Working in Malaysia

Malaysia offers strong opportunities in hospitality, tourism, meetings and events, sales, technology, finance, and education. Although Malaysia is a mainland-and-island country rather than one single island, Kuala Lumpur is the main commercial hub and a practical base for this role. Malaysian culture is diverse, combining Malay, Chinese, Indian, and indigenous traditions, with English widely used in business. Lifestyle costs are generally moderate, though central Kuala Lumpur housing can be expensive. Popular island destinations such as Langkawi, Penang, and the Perhentian Islands provide easy leisure escapes. Foreign employees usually need an employment pass sponsored by the employer, and approval should be arranged before starting work. Candidates should confirm salary, accommodation, relocation assistance, medical coverage, tax obligations, and dependent-pass options before accepting an offer. Public transport, food variety, shopping, and international schools are widely available in Kuala Lumpur.