Director of Sales, Groups, Conference & Events (Hilton Istanbul Bomonti)

What are we looking for?

A Director of GC&E serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

• A minimum of 3 years of Director of GC&E experience in the hotel industry
• Ability to read listen and communicate effectively in Turkish and English; in writing, using correct grammar, spelling and sentence structure
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate, verbal and in written form, effectively with Management and Ownership groups
• Excellent organisation and planning skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a full understanding of professional ethics, decorum and social skills required for extensive interaction with customers, investment owners and business partners
• Ability to perform critical analysis
• Strong experience in hospitality forecasting, pricing and inventory control
• Strong leadership skills to effectively manage and motivate a high-performing team positioned to exceed targets
• Strong analytical skills to understand key business indicators and competitive trends and develop approaches to these challenges
• Excellent selling capabilities and the ability and desire to coach selling techniques to Team Members

Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Hilton Values:

• Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
• Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
• Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• Knowledge of the hotel property management systems
• Previous experience in the same or similar role
• Relevant degree, in business development or other relevant business field, from an academic institution

What’s In It For Me?

• Competitive salary & wages
• Private health insurance 
• Complimentary dry cleaning and laundry for business attire
• Monthly transportation fee
• Complimentary shuttle bus 
• Free ındoor parking privilege
• Complimentary employee meals 
• “Go Hilton” - discounted room rates in Hilton Hotels Worldwide both in and out of Türkiye for yourself,your family members and friends
• 50% discount on personal food & beverage consumption in the participating Hilton  hotels.
• Extended nursing hours of 1,5 hours up to 18 months old children; 2 weeks paid paternity and adoption leave.
• Career and development opportunities in Hilton Hotels Worldwide
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on environment and community by participating Travel With Purpose Program activities

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands.  Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.  And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!