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Dubai Holding Director Sales and Marketing - Sales and Marketing - Jumeirah Olhahali Island Maldives in Male, Maldives
About Jumeirah & the Hotel:
About Jumeirah & the Hotel:
For more than two decades, Jumeirah Group, a member of Dubai Holding, has been making a distinct mark on the global hospitality market with its unwavering Stay Different™ brand promise.
Its award-winning destinations, including the iconic Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, position service beyond expectations, signature dining experiences and artful surroundings at the heart of every guest experience.
Today, Jumeirah operates a world-class portfolio of 26 properties across the Middle East, Europe and Asia, and employs over 9,000 colleagues, representing over 120 nationalities.
As Jumeirah continues to expand its global portfolio and scale up its operations to the next level of growth, we remain fully committed to developing and empowering our colleagues to excel in world-class environments.
Jumeirah is committed to embedding equality, diversity, and inclusion in all its practices, embracing a culture that celebrates diversity.
Nestled amidst the crystal-clear waters of the Indian Ocean, Jumeirah Olhahali Island is a luxurious haven for travellers seeking a tranquil escape. Surrounded by a breathtaking natural landscape, the resort offers 67 beach and over-water villas, each designed with a contemporary yet authentic Maldivian style.
The resort comprises specially curated wellness and leisure experiences and an exceptional dining offering with; six distinct dining establishments serving exquisite dishes and unparalleled views of the ocean; a Talise Spa offering a range of bespoke treatments and rituals inspired by the island's natural beauty; and the resort's extensive leisure facilities, including an infinity pool, a fitness centre, and a variety of water sports.
Jumeirah Olhahali Island is under Jumeirah Group, a member of Dubai Holding and owner of the Jumeirah Hotels and Resorts global luxury hotel portfolio, operating a world class 6,500 key portfolio of 26 luxury properties across 10 countries in the Middle East, Europe and Asia.
About the Role:
An opportunity has arisen for an Director of Sales and Marketing in Jumeirah Olhahali Island.
Develops and oversees the execution of the annual commercial plan, setting and achieving sales targets aligned with organizational objectives.
Drives innovative sales and marketing initiatives, providing leadership to enhance business performance and market presence.
Establishes and ensures adherence to departmental policies, procedures, and operational standards.
Upholds Jumeirah Brand Standards, ensuring consistency across all sales and marketing activities.
Regularly evaluates departmental processes to maximize profitability, productivity, and operational efficiency.
Continuously assesses product offerings and branding strategies, ensuring a creative and innovative approach to maintain a competitive edge.
Demonstrates and maintains a professional appearance that reflects the brand’s high standards.
Collaborates effectively with internal departments to meet and exceed customer expectations.
Fosters open communication through regular one-on-one and team meetings to ensure alignment and engagement.
Identifies and nurtures strategic relationships with business partners to drive growth and opportunities.
About you:
The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:
Minimum 5 years of experience in senior sales leadership roles, with at least 2 years as Director of Sales and Marketing capacity.
Background in high end luxury hospitality with experience of working for a similar setting in Maldives.
Strong business acumen with experience of handling luxury leisure market knowledge.
Strong sales business development experience in the hospitality industry with proven records of relationship with key business partners of luxury segment.
Strong understanding of the destination and evolving market trends in the luxury space.
Forward planning and ability to adapt quickly and lead the team in delivering exceptional results and business goals.
Strong team player and works alongside with the management and other departments to foster team work and delivery exceptional guests experience.
About the benefits:
Besides generous F&B benefits and reduced hotel rates across our hotels globally, this role has excellent employee benefits making the role attractive to high performers and any applicant who like to associate her/himself with one of the most luxurious brand in the hospitality industry. This includes a competitive salary and package, excellent training and development opportunities, uniform, laundry services, meals.