Groups Sales Manager

The River Lee, Cork The River Lee is 'The Modern Face of Cork in the Heart of the City'. Cork, Irelands 'second city', is a lively cultural centre. The River Lee is one of Cork's leading business and social destinations comprising 182 bedrooms, NRG Fitness, 8 meeting & event spaces, The Mirror Room and The River Club restaurant/bar and river side terrace. The perks of working at The River Lee Hotel 30 days of holiday including public holidays, increasing to 35 with length of service Free meals on duty as well as breakfast to get you started and all day tea and coffee for the caffeine lovers Discounted hotel rooms in the UK, Ireland and USA for you, your family and friends 50% off food when dining with the Doyle Collection Great location with easy access to public transport In-house training team dedicated to your personal development Reward and recognition programmes (earn bonuses, restaurant meals, overnight stays and extra days off) Save money with our Cycle to Work scheme and plan for your future with our pension Staff summer parties, Christmas parties and regular team get togethers Refer a Friend Bonus Scheme Plus more... Are you a results-oriented sales professional passionate about the hospitality industry? This exciting opening could be the opportunity for you. Due to growth within our sales team and exciting plans in the months ahead, The River Lee is looking for a Groups Sales Manager adept at driving revenue growth. You will be instrumental in achieving sales targets and expanding our business. As the Groups Sales Manager, you will be responsible for driving group, conference, and event business to the hotel from local, national, and international markets. This is a fantastic opportunity to work as part of a collaborative and dynamic commercial team, focussing on developing strategic relationships with corporate clients, DMCs, PCOs, and agencies. Key Responsibilities Proactively identify and secure new MICE business opportunities for the hotel. Develop and maintain strong relationships with key accounts, corporate clients, agencies, and associations. Collaborate with revenue, marketing, and operational teams to ensure seamless event delivery. Represent the hotel at trade shows, networking events, site inspections, and familiarization trips. Maintain accurate sales activity and pipeline reporting via CRM systems. Meet or exceed individual and team revenue targets in the MICE segment. Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activity, and market demand to adjust strategies accordingly. About You Essential qualifications and experience: Minimum 3 years experience in hospitality sales or events within a 4-star or 5-star hotel environment. Demonstrable track record of meeting/exceeding revenue targets. Strong negotiation, presentation, and interpersonal skills. In-depth knowledge of the Irish corporate, association, and agency markets. Experience working with CRM systems and hotel PMS (e.g. Opera). Ability to travel for sales missions or international exhibitions. Full driving license and access to a vehicle. Preferred: Experience working within an international hotel chain or global brand environment. Familiarity with SITE, or MPI networks. Third-level qualification in hospitality, business, or sales/marketing. As a Groups Sales Manager at The River Lee, you will be working for the family-owned Doyle Collection Hotel group, which means there are plenty of opportunities for your career to grow in Ireland and further afield in the UK and the USA The Doyle Collection The Doyle Collection is a carefully curated collection of eight Irish family-owned luxury and urban hotels located centrally in London, Dublin, Washington DC, Cork and Bristol. What binds our hotels together is the Doyle service ethos - a real warmth and thoughtfulness. We are proud to say that The Doyle Collection has maintained it's listing as one of the 'Best Large Workplaces' with Great Places to Work since 2017. This accolade means that our people are part of a culture of continuous improvement, working for leaders who are committed to the working environment. Inclusion and diversity are key to us. At The Doyle Collection, where everyone is valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. All our team members have the opportunity to thrive with an equal opportunities employer. Skills: Passion for Hospitality Excellent Customer Service Skills Enthusiastic and Motivated Individual Benefits: Meals on Duty Dining Discounts Refer A Friend Bonus Scheme