Riggs D.C

A lifestyle Hotel based on London's eccentric South Bank. With 354 bedrooms, award-winning food and drink outlets and an electric energy, Sea Containers London is a destination where glamour meets brutalism - and it's your London anchor on the River Thames.Sea Containers London is more than just a hotel. With 354 bedrooms, award-winning food and drink outlets, and an electric energy that flows through every space, we're a true lifestyle destination - your anchor on the River Thames. Alongside our sister property, One Hundred Shoreditch, and within the wider Lore Group portfolio, we create spaces that are as inspiring as they are welcoming. We're now looking for a dynamic and driven Account Director - Leisure to join our Commercial team and help us position Sea Containers London as the preferred choice for luxury travellers. The Role As Account Director - Leisure, you'll be the driving force behind our luxury leisure sales strategy. You'll nurture and grow relationships with high-end partners - including luxury travel agents, consortia, and tour operators - while identifying new opportunities across domestic and international markets. Your focus will be on maximising suite occupancy, showcasing Sea Containers London at key trade shows and events, and ensuring we remain one step ahead of competitors in the luxury hospitality market. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute targeted sales strategies to drive luxury leisure business. Build and grow strong relationships with luxury travel agencies, consortia, and wholesale partners. Actively prospect and convert new business opportunities. Represent the hotel at global trade shows, roadshows, and client events. Host sales calls, site inspections, and client visits to highlight our unique property. Collaborate with Revenue, Marketing, and Reservations teams to optimise revenue opportunities. Monitor competitor activity and market trends to stay ahead in the luxury sector. Report regularly on performance, forecasts, and market insights. About You Minimum 5 years' experience in hotel sales, with a proven record in luxury leisure. A strong network of contacts within the luxury leisure travel sector. Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. Proactive, results-driven, and self-motivated. Able to balance working independently with being a collaborative team player. Flexible to travel domestically and internationally. A true passion for hospitality and delivering memorable guest experiences. Salary: Competitive + bonus, plus benefitsAt Sea Containers London we are committed to giving our employees the skills and support required to deliver extraordinary experiences, and most importantly, to grow in their careers. On top of this we also like to offer our teams a wide range of benefits including: Guest experience including dinner and drinks 6 complimentary nights a year at any Lore Group hotel Lore Group Employee & Immediate Family Rates Lore Group Friend and Family Rates 50% Employee discount and 25% Friends and Family discount at over 800 partner hotels via Lore Discovery 50% discount in Lore Group restaurants and bars Discounts in our spa and cinema Contribution towards Health - Cash Plan 2 days paid volunteering leave per year Life Assurance Length of service incentives (additional holiday) Bespoke training programmes Free meals on duty Incentives such as Ride-to-Work and season ticket loan Quarterly employee award ceremony and company staff parties Employee assistance programme Location: London