Aimbridge Hospitality
Director Luxury Weddings & Events – Aimbridge Hospitality
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Director Luxury Weddings & Events
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Aimbridge Hospitality
Job Summary As the Director of MICE and Weddings for our All-Inclusive hotels, you lead the way in creating memorable meetings, conferences, and wedding celebrations. In this role, you combine smart planning with hands‑on teamwork to drive sales, build strong client connections, and deliver exceptional events. You develop sales strategies, manage budgets, and motivate your team to reach revenue targets. By partnering with top suppliers and industry experts, you make sure every event runs smoothly and delights our guests.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement annual sales plans and forecasts for MICE and wedding business to meet revenue targets.
Lead, motivate, and mentor the sales team to achieve financial and non‑financial goals, ensuring high‑quality standards.
Act as a primary point of contact for key clients, build strong relationships, and conduct site inspections and familiarization programs.
Identify and pursue new business opportunities, analyze market data, and adapt sales strategies to market changes.
Cultivate relationships with key hotel partners, venues, DMCs (Destination Management Companies), and other suppliers.
Contribute to the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting processes by maintaining pipeline management tools and statistics.
Oversee the sales process from lead generation to contract closing, ensuring seamless coordination between sales and operations.
Education & Experience
Minimum of 5 years in a sales or management role within the MICE, luxury hospitality, or event management sectors.
Proven customer and sales focus, with excellent communication and negotiation skills to build client relationships and close deals.
Ability to analyze market trends, develop marketing plans, and create innovative ideas to increase business.
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects, client relationships, and event logistics simultaneously.
Understanding of the international MICE and wedding markets, particularly within the luxury segment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with an advantage for additional language proficiency.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
Term Life and AD&D Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) Retirement Plan
PROPERTY INFORMATION:
At Aimbridge, hospitality is at the heart of everything we do. As the world's leading global hospitality management company, we are dedicated to being the most trusted hotel operator and employer in the industry. With a portfolio of over 80 respected hotel brands and a commitment to creating exceptional guest experiences, we focus on strong relationships with our partners and creating a strong culture for our team members. Join us in setting the new standard for hospitality excellence, where trust is the foundation of our success story.
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Industries Hospitality, Hotels and Motels
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Director Luxury Weddings & Events
role at
Aimbridge Hospitality
Job Summary As the Director of MICE and Weddings for our All-Inclusive hotels, you lead the way in creating memorable meetings, conferences, and wedding celebrations. In this role, you combine smart planning with hands‑on teamwork to drive sales, build strong client connections, and deliver exceptional events. You develop sales strategies, manage budgets, and motivate your team to reach revenue targets. By partnering with top suppliers and industry experts, you make sure every event runs smoothly and delights our guests.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement annual sales plans and forecasts for MICE and wedding business to meet revenue targets.
Lead, motivate, and mentor the sales team to achieve financial and non‑financial goals, ensuring high‑quality standards.
Act as a primary point of contact for key clients, build strong relationships, and conduct site inspections and familiarization programs.
Identify and pursue new business opportunities, analyze market data, and adapt sales strategies to market changes.
Cultivate relationships with key hotel partners, venues, DMCs (Destination Management Companies), and other suppliers.
Contribute to the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting processes by maintaining pipeline management tools and statistics.
Oversee the sales process from lead generation to contract closing, ensuring seamless coordination between sales and operations.
Education & Experience
Minimum of 5 years in a sales or management role within the MICE, luxury hospitality, or event management sectors.
Proven customer and sales focus, with excellent communication and negotiation skills to build client relationships and close deals.
Ability to analyze market trends, develop marketing plans, and create innovative ideas to increase business.
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects, client relationships, and event logistics simultaneously.
Understanding of the international MICE and wedding markets, particularly within the luxury segment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with an advantage for additional language proficiency.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
Term Life and AD&D Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) Retirement Plan
PROPERTY INFORMATION:
At Aimbridge, hospitality is at the heart of everything we do. As the world's leading global hospitality management company, we are dedicated to being the most trusted hotel operator and employer in the industry. With a portfolio of over 80 respected hotel brands and a commitment to creating exceptional guest experiences, we focus on strong relationships with our partners and creating a strong culture for our team members. Join us in setting the new standard for hospitality excellence, where trust is the foundation of our success story.
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Industries Hospitality, Hotels and Motels
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