Director of Sales - Sales - Jumeirah Messilah Beach

About Jumeirah and the Hotel:

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates an exceptional portfolio of 31 properties, including 33 signature F&B restaurants, across the Middle East, Europe, Asia and Africa. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and the brand is now renowned worldwide for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels and luxury residences. From the contemporary Maldivian island paradise at Jumeirah Olhahali Island to the art-inspired Jumeirah Capri Palace in Italy and the modern twist on a British classic at Jumeirah Carlton Tower in London, the brand has become synonymous with warm and generous service and the ability to craft distinctive and purposeful experiences that bring joy to guests from across the world.

Jumeirah Messilah Beach is uniquely located in a secluded area with easy access to Kuwait’s Central Business District, airport, and major Kuwait attractions. The resort features 316 rooms and suites, 79 residential suites, and 10 villas totalling 405 units. The beachfront hotel features an impressive array of exceptional dining destinations, including the Garden Café all-day dining restaurant, Pepper Steakhouse, Olio Trattoria Italiana, Mint Café, and The Lobby Lounge for a relaxing afternoon tea.

Setting new standards for holistic relaxation and luxurious comfort, the award-winning Talise Spa at Jumeirah Messilah Beach features a stunning Himalayan Salt Room, the first of its kind in the Middle East, built with pure crystal salt in its natural state. The spa also comprises dedicated ladies' and men’s areas with an extensive range of treatment rooms, including two private suites.

Superior conference and banqueting facilities mark Jumeirah Messilah Beach as the perfect venue for meetings and events.

About the Job:

An opportunity has arisen for a Director of Sales in Jumeirah Messilah Beach. The main duties and responsibilities of this role:

• Identify, pursue, and close high-value sales opportunities while guiding and enabling the team to meet customer and partner needs.

• Develop and execute effective sales strategies, tactics, and prospecting activities to achieve property targets and Strategy 340.

• Lead major negotiations, support team deal closures, and drive entrepreneurial selling while delivering the Jumeirah brand message.

• Monitor team performance, maximize use of data and cost-of-sale insights, and ensure informed decision-making.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, partners, influencers, and internal stakeholders across departments and regions.

• Ensure sales systems, processes, policies, and annual contracting frameworks enable effective selling and create value for customers and partners.

About you:

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• 10 years in Sales & Marketing director role within hospitality & hotel management.
• Bachelor’s Degree In Business, Sales & Marketing, or any other relevant field.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Solid understanding of Kuwait’s Market.About the Benefits:

At Jumeirah, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our benefits package reflects this commitment by combining rewarding financial incentives, comprehensive healthcare, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits include:

• Supportive and inclusive work environment
• Access to Learning & Development programmes and clear career pathways
• Opportunities for internal mobility within our global network
• Colleague discounts on food, beverage, and hotel stays worldwide
• Comprehensive healthcare and life insurance coverage
• Paid annual leave entitlement
• Incentive programmes aligned with leadership performance
• Competitive tax-free salary paid in dinar (KWD)