Senior Leisure Sales Manager (Hotels – EMEA/APAC)London, United Kingdom | Posted on 04/01/2026Salary £75,000–£80,000 base salary + performance-based bonusCity LondonState/Province City of LondonCountry United KingdomJob DescriptionS enior Leisure Sales Manager (Hotels – EMEA/APAC)The Staff Pad | Greater London (Hybrid – Travel Required)The Staff Pad is partnering with a global hospitality organization to hire a Senior Travel Sales Manager & Team Lead to drive leisure sales performance across an international portfolio of resort and all-inclusive properties.This role combines hands-on business development (60%) with team leadership (40%) , overseeing a high-performing field sales team across EMEA and APAC. It is ideal for a senior-level professional with experience in hotel or travel sales who is equally comfortable leading teams and driving revenue through agency and tour operator partnerships .What You’ll DoLead, coach, and develop a team of 3–6 Business Development Managers across EMEA and APACSet performance goals, track progress, and drive accountability across the teamConduct regular 1:1s, team check-ins, and performance reviewsSupport hiring, onboarding, and training of new team membersEnsure consistent use of CRM tools (Salesforce) and reporting standardsOversee team activity including calendars, expenses, and overall engagementBusiness Development & Revenue Growth (60%)Manage key relationships with:Tour operatorsHigh-producing advisor networksDrive room night production and market share across resort and all-inclusive propertiesConduct in-person and virtual sales calls, presentations, and trainingsPartner with tour operators on joint initiatives, campaigns, and eventsPlan and host agency events, activations, and familiarization (FAM) tripsDevelop account strategies using performance data and market insightsInfluence booking behavior and position the portfolio as a preferred partnerWhat We’re Looking For5–10+ years of experience in:Travel industry salesLeisure or tour operator partnerships3–5+ years of team leadership or sales management experienceProven experience working with travel agencies and tour operatorsStrong leadership presence with the ability to motivate and develop teamsCommercially minded with strong analytical and strategic thinking skillsExcellent presentation, communication, and relationship-building abilitiesExperience with Salesforce or similar CRM tools preferredWillingness to travel regularly across regionsWhat Success Looks LikeConsistent growth in revenue, room nights, and market shareHigh-performing, engaged sales team across multiple regionsStrong partnerships with key agencies and tour operatorsStrategic use of data to drive account prioritization and growthLocation & RequirementsMust be based in the Greater London areaAbility to attend meetings in Watford 2–5 times per monthRegular regional and occasional international travel requiredWhy This RoleLeadership opportunity with international scope (EMEA & APAC)Blend of strategy, people management, and hands-on salesHigh visibility within a global hospitality organizationIdeal for candidates from hotel brands, tour operators, or travel partnerships leadership roles #J-18808-Ljbffr