The Hyatt Regency Zurich Airport The Circle is strategically located near Zurich Airport as part of the brand-new Destination, within The Circle. Our guests entrust every detail to us, allowing them to focus on what matters most during their stay. This is a place for those who live life to the fullest and are always on the move, a place where you can drive forward.
Introduction
We are the first Hyatt Regency & Hyatt Place in Switzerland, located at Zurich Airport in The Circle. The hotels have 555 rooms and suites combined, and The Circle Convention Center is directly connected to the Hyatt Regency. It features over 2800 square feet of flexible meeting and event space, accommodating up to 1500 guests.
What to Expect
We care for people so they can be their best. We're seeking a Director of Events Sales to lead our event sales team of 7 colleagues in our diverse environment.
Some key responsibilities include:
* Leading and developing the Event Sales Team to drive top-line revenue and meet targets.
* Overseeing team performance, handling recruitment, and leading colleague training and development.
* Driving the team to actively convert existing meeting and group inquiries, acquire new business opportunities, and proactively sell our offers.
* Collaborating closely with our Sales Team and Hyatt Sales Force to increase the booking pipeline.
* Managing inquiries, distributing tasks within the team, and ensuring timely offers and client proposals.
* Supporting clients before, during, and after events with a customer-centric approach.
* Maintaining smooth and effective communication with our clients.
* Ensuring efficient sales operations while maintaining high guest satisfaction.
* Achieving a high conversion rate.
* Participating in budgeting and forecasting.
* This role reports to the Cluster Commercial Director and works closely with our Marketing Team, Revenue Team, Event Planning Team, and Sales Team.
Requirements
You must be fluent in English; proficiency in German and any other language is an asset. Ideally, you have at least 3 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the hospitality industry with selling large event spaces. You demonstrate strong leadership and sales skills, focusing on time management, effective teamwork, and driving results.
About Us
Hyatt Regency Zurich Airport (255 rooms) and Hyatt Place Zurich Airport (300 rooms) are just steps from the terminals and situated within the 'Circle' district – an urban location with various shops, restaurants, the iconic Convention Center, and an extensive park. The Circle Convention Center is located at the heart of the Circle destination, adjacent to Zurich Airport's most accessible location. It offers 2,800 square meters of striking event space designed by renowned architect Riken Yamamoto. 18 flexible spaces await, including the main Convention Hall with its stunning architecture and a glass roof offering 1,200 sq m of space that can host up to 1,500 guests. All meeting rooms are flooded with natural daylight and equipped with the latest technical facilities.
Nice to Know
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