Sales Manager – Long Stay

Role summary

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The Sales Manager – Long Stay is responsible for developing extended-stay business for Novotel Dubai Al Barsha. Requirements typically include hotel sales experience, knowledge of Dubai’s corporate and long-stay market, strong negotiation and communication skills, and a proven record of meeting revenue targets. The candidate is expected to identify new accounts, maintain relationships with companies and relocation agencies, prepare proposals, conduct property visits, and secure long-term accommodation agreements. Experience with corporate sales, international clients, CRM systems, and hotel distribution channels is valuable. Fluency in English is essential, while Arabic or additional languages may be advantageous. The successful candidate should be commercially focused, well organised, confident, proactive, and comfortable working with revenue, reservations, and operations teams.

About the employer

Novotel Dubai Al Barsha is a contemporary midscale hotel located in Dubai’s Al Barsha district, serving business travellers, families, and long-stay guests. The property offers accommodation, dining, meeting facilities, leisure amenities, and convenient access to major commercial areas and attractions. It operates under the Novotel brand, part of Accor, one of the world’s leading hospitality groups. Accor manages a broad portfolio of hotels and resorts across numerous countries, with brands covering economy, midscale, premium, luxury, and lifestyle segments. Novotel is known for practical comfort, welcoming service, and facilities designed for both business and leisure travel. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment and benefit from structured hospitality standards, training opportunities, and potential career mobility across Accor properties. The role supports the hotel’s commercial performance by growing long-stay occupancy and strengthening corporate partnerships.

Working in United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates is not an island destination, but it offers a highly international lifestyle centred on Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and the northern emirates. Hospitality, tourism, aviation, retail, events, finance, and property sectors provide strong employment opportunities, particularly for candidates with international hotel experience. UAE culture blends Islamic traditions with a diverse expatriate community; respectful dress, etiquette, and awareness of religious customs are important. Dubai offers modern apartments, extensive shopping, beaches, restaurants, public transport, and year-round events, although summer temperatures are extremely high. Most foreign employees require employer-sponsored residence and work visas; employers generally arrange the main application, medical testing, Emirates ID, and labour documentation. Candidates should confirm contract terms, accommodation or allowance, insurance, transport, and commission arrangements before relocating. Living costs can be substantial, especially for housing, so budgeting carefully is essential. A valid passport and authenticated qualifications may also be required.