Sales Executive

Join the Legacy of Manhattan Grand Hotel About World of Business Pvt. Ltd. World of Business Pvt. Ltd. is a Maldivian hospitality and lifestyle company dedicated to redefining urban luxury and creating transformative experiences. With a vision to craft world-class destinations in the Maldives, our portfolio is built on innovation, authenticity, and a deep commitment to service excellence.

About Manhattan Grand Hotel Located in the vibrant heart of Hulhumalé City, Manhattan Grand Hotel is an upscale urban retreat that blends contemporary elegance with the spirit of Maldivian warmth. The hotel features stylishly designed rooms and suites with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean, signature restaurants offering global cuisines, and versatile spaces for meetings, conferences, weddings, and social celebrations. As one of Hulhumalé's most anticipated hotel openings, Manhattan Grand Hotel is set to become the preferred destination for business travelers, event organizers, and guests seeking sophisticated hospitality in the Maldives.

About The Role We are currently seeking a Sales Executive – MICE to join our Commercial team at Manhattan Grand Hotel. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in positioning the hotel as Hulhumalé's preferred venue for meetings, incentives, conferences, exhibitions, corporate events, and social gatherings. As part of our pre-opening team, you will build lasting client relationships, drive revenue growth, and contribute to establishing Manhattan Grand Hotel as a leading destination for events in the Maldives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute proactive sales strategies to generate MICE business and achieve individual revenue targets.
• Identify and cultivate new business opportunities within the corporate, government, travel trade, association, and event management sectors.
• Conduct sales calls, client presentations, site inspections, and familiarization tours to promote the hotel's facilities and services.
• Prepare compelling proposals, contracts, and quotations tailored to clients' event and accommodation requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate clients, event planners, destination management companies (DMCs), travel partners, and key stakeholders.
• Work closely with Revenue, Reservations, Food & Beverage, and Operations teams to ensure seamless planning and successful execution of events.
• Represent Manhattan Grand Hotel at industry exhibitions, networking events, and sales missions to strengthen brand presence and generate new business.
• Maintain accurate sales activities, account information, and pipeline updates using the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to identify opportunities for business growth.

About You To excel in this role, you should have:

• A Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Hospitality Management, Sales, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 2–3 years of sales experience within the hospitality industry, with exposure to MICE, corporate sales, or event sales.
• Strong understanding of the Maldives hospitality market and the corporate events landscape.
• Excellent negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills with a proven ability to convert leads into business.
• A commercially driven mindset with a passion for achieving and exceeding sales targets.
• Outstanding communication skills in English; proficiency in additional languages will be an advantage.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple accounts and priorities simultaneously.
• Experience with CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and hotel sales applications.
• Pre-opening hotel experience and an established network within the Maldives corporate or travel industry will be considered a distinct advantage.

About The Benefits At Manhattan Grand Hotel, we believe that our colleagues are our greatest strength. We are committed to building a workplace that is inspiring, supportive, and rewarding. Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Attractive sales commission and incentive opportunities.
• Paid annual leave and public holidays.
• Healthcare benefits and wellness programs.
• Opportunities for professional growth through training and development.
• Career pathways within World of Business Pvt. Ltd.'s expanding portfolio.
• Colleague discounts on hotel services, dining, and stays.
• A collaborative and inclusive work culture where your ideas are valued.

Be Part of the Story. Be Part of Manhattan Grand. If you have a passion for building relationships, creating memorable events, and driving commercial success, we'd love to hear from you. Join our pre-opening team and help establish Manhattan Grand Hotel as Hulhumalé's premier destination for meetings, conferences, celebrations, and exceptional experiences.