Director Of Sales in Venice

Job title: Sales Director – Luxury Hotel
Location: Venice, Italy
Salary: €Negotiable according to experience
Required languages: Italian and English
Start: ASAP

A prestigious luxury hotel in Venice seeks an experienced, commercially driven Director of Sales to develop and execute its sales strategy, focusing on international business growth and strengthening its position in the luxury hospitality market.

This is a unique opportunity for a senior sales professional to join an exclusive resort and collaborate directly with ownership to drive revenue growth, expand key source markets, and enhance the property’s global commercial presence. The successful candidate will report directly to ownership, playing a strategic role in shaping the hotel’s future sales direction.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy to meet revenue and market share targets
• Spearhead business development across leisure, luxury travel, group, and MICE segments
• Expand business from key international markets, with a focus on North America
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with luxury travel advisors, consortia, tour operators, DMCs, corporate accounts, and industry partners
• Represent the property at international trade shows, sales missions, networking events, and industry conferences
• Identify new revenue opportunities and create strategic account plans for key clients
• Work closely with Revenue Management and operational teams to optimize commercial performance
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities in the luxury hospitality sector
• Prepare sales forecasts, budgets, and regular performance reports
• Lead and develop the existing sales team while contributing to its future growth
• Maintain a strong presence in the luxury travel community and enhance brand visibility in target markets

Candidate Profile

• Native Italian speaker with fluent English
• Substantial experience in luxury hospitality sales
• Proven track record as Director of Sales or in senior commercial leadership roles
• Demonstrated success in driving revenue growth and securing high-value business
• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on, entrepreneurial approach
• Comfortable working in an owner-led environment and engaging with senior stakeholders
• Strong knowledge of and experience in the US luxury travel market
• Established network of luxury travel advisors, agencies, tour operators, and industry partners
• Experience with internationally recognized luxury hotel brands, collections, or independent luxury resorts
• Participation in luxury travel fairs, sales missions, and international industry events

Package

• Competitive salary package, commensurate with experience
• On-site single accommodation provided
• Immediate start available
• Opportunity to make a significant commercial impact in a prestigious luxury resort environment

If you would like more information about this role, please apply or send your CV to luizas@corecruitment.com 

Voceer presents this job opportunity for COREcruitment, a 50 person sized company who are categorized as a Recruitment Agency.

This position is being managed by COREcruitment, a reputable recruitment agency known for placing candidates in desirable positions.