Corporate & Business Travel Partners Sales Manager – UK

London · Hybrid

About this role

Company Description

Since its creation in 2007 by Accor and Pierre & Vacances Center-Parcs, Adagio has completely revolutionized the aparthotel experience, becoming an undisputed leader in just a few years!
We have opened more than 133 aparthotels around the world, offering our clients unique and comfortable accommodation.

Joining Adagio isn’t just about getting a job, it’s about joining a Team where Sharing, Audacity and Responsibility are our true leitmotifs.
And as a bonus, it means joining a fast-growing brand that knows how to recognize creative talent!

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic Corporate & Business Travel Partners Sales Manager to drive our corporate distribution and business travel sales in the UK market. You will manage and grow relationships with Travel Management Companies (TMCs), Consortias as well as some direct Corporate Clients.

This role is both strategic and hands-on: you will strengthen existing partnerships, identify and secure new business opportunities, and represent Adagio at key industry events to elevate our brand presence.

If you are business-oriented, relationship-driven, and passionate about the hospitality and travel industry, we would love to meet you.

Key Responsibilities

Business Travel Partners Sales Management & Development (45%)

  • Manage and coordinate existing business travel agency partnerships to achieve your portfolio’s goals.
  • Develop new relationships and partnerships in the UK market to expand Adagio’s portfolio
  • Provide recommendations for both short- and long-term sales strategies, and implement corresponding action plans.
  • Support and execute new sales, media, and marketing initiatives.
  • Coordinate with Accor Group Account Managers to promote Aparthotels Adagio within shared client networks.
  • Represent the brand at trade shows, networking events, and client meetings.

Corporate Sales Management & Development (35%)

  • Manage, develop and retain a portfolio of strategic B2B clients.
  • Negotiate commercial agreements and ensure their proper implementation.
  • Build and deploy your annual sales action plan to achieve the set objectives.
  • Develop your portfolio through targeted hunting and prospecting activities.
  • Increase the brand’s visibility and awareness among key market players.
  • Maintain a regular field presence with clients, partners and properties within your scope..

Reporting, Tools & Market Insights (20%)

  • Produce regular sales reports in line with Adagio guidelines.
  • Monitor KPIs, conduct performance analysis, and recommend improvements.
  • Manage CRM systems (Salesforce), partner databases, and relevant tools.
  • Conduct regular competitor and market analysis, sharing insights with the wider team.

Qualifications

Essential Skills & Attributes

  • Proven experience in building, managing, and developing a B2B customer portfolio.
  • Strong commercial acumen and persuasive communication skills.
  • Independent, proactive, and creative mindset.
  • Passion for customer relationship management and business development.

Desirable Skills & Experience

  • Knowledge of the hospitality and business travel sectors and TMCs.
  • Familiarity with Salesforce, Power BI, and Cvent tools.
  • Strong presentation and public speaking skills (PowerPoint proficiency).

Additional Information

Work Environment & Travel Requirements

  • London-based role with hybrid working: 3 days/week at an Adagio property, remainder from home.
  • Travel within the UK for client visits and events (approx. once per month).
  • Occasional international travel for trade shows (approx. twice per year).
  • Travel to Adagio Headquarters in Paris (1–2 times per quarter).

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a growing and innovative hospitality brand.
  • Work in a collaborative environment with international exposure.
  • Opportunity to shape and grow Adagio’s presence in the UK corporate travel market.
  • Job-Category: Business Development
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Company at a glance

    Located in the heart of each destination we call home, a stay at any Fairmont hotel is truly unforgettable. Known for grand and awe-inspiring properties and thoughtful and engaging colleagues who aim to make each and every stay a cherished and memorable experience, we have been the stage for some of the most significant moments in global history.

    As a part of ALL - the Accor Live Limitless Lifestyle Loyalty Program, with 90 exceptional addresses in 32 countries, we are as favored by world leaders and business travelers as we are by families and those with a penchant for luxurious travels.

    Fairmont Hotels stand at the intersection of elegance and culture, where significant occasions are honored and pivotal global events unfold. Wherever we are situated, our hotels become the cultural and social heart of the community; so immersed in local traditions and so deeply connected to our surroundings, Fairmont Hotels are seen as an essential part of their respective destinations.

    Team Size10,001+ employees
    WorkspaceHybrid
    IndustryHospitality
    Location
    London, England, United Kingdom
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