Join Ireland's Leading Luxury Coastal Hotel
Perched on the dramatic cliffs overlooking Ardmore Bay, Cliff House Hotel is one of Ireland's most celebrated luxury destinations. Renowned for exceptional hospitality, breathtaking coastal views and unforgettable guest experiences, we are seeking an ambitious and commercially driven Sales & Marketing Manager to help shape the next chapter of our success.
This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced hospitality professional with a passion for luxury travel, relationship building, revenue growth and brand development.
The Role
This is an exciting time to join Cliff House Hotel. As we continue to build on our reputation as one of Ireland's leading luxury coastal destinations, we are entering a new phase of growth, investment and innovation. With ambitious plans to further enhance our guest experience, strengthen our presence in key international markets and unlock new commercial opportunities, we are looking for a dynamic Sales & Marketing Manager to play a pivotal role in our journey.
Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will lead the hotel's sales and marketing strategy, driving revenue growth while elevating the Cliff House Hotel brand across Ireland and internationally. Working closely with the leadership team, you will identify new business opportunities, cultivate strategic partnerships and deliver innovative sales and marketing initiatives that position the hotel at the forefront of luxury hospitality.
This is a unique opportunity for a commercially minded, relationship-driven professional to make a genuine impact and help shape the future of one of Ireland's most iconic luxury hotels.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement the annual sales and marketing strategy, aligned with the hotel's commercial objectives.
Drive revenue growth across leisure, luxury travel, FIT, corporate, celebrations and exclusive-use business.
Build and nurture relationships with luxury travel advisors, tour operators, DMCs and key industry partners.
Represent Cliff House Hotel at trade shows, networking events, international sales missions and client events.
Develop and manage relationships with luxury consortia and preferred partner programmes.
Work closely with the revenue management team to maximise occupancy, ADR and overall profitability.
Plan and execute integrated marketing campaigns across digital, social media, email and traditional channels.
Oversee the hotel's brand presence, website content and promotional collateral.
Collaborate with PR agencies, photographers, videographers and media partners to create compelling content and maximise brand exposure.
Monitor market trends, competitor activity and emerging opportunities to inform commercial strategy.
Prepare sales reports, forecasts and annual budgets.
Host familiarisation trips, media visits and client site inspections.
About You
You are an energetic relationship builder who combines commercial acumen with creativity and a genuine passion for luxury hospitality.
You will ideally have:
A minimum of three years' experience in a senior sales or marketing role within luxury hospitality.
A proven track record of delivering revenue growth and achieving commercial targets.
Strong knowledge of the Irish and international luxury travel market.
Experience working with luxury travel advisors, FIT operators, corporate clients and industry partners.
Excellent presentation, communication and negotiation skills.
Experience in digital marketing, social media, CRM and online distribution.
Excellent organisational and project management skills with strong attention to detail.
The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues across all departments.
A willingness to travel for sales calls, trade shows and industry events.
A full, clean driving licence.
What We Offer
The opportunity to join one of Ireland's most recognised luxury hotels at an exciting stage of its growth.
A supportive, collaborative and ambitious leadership team.
Competitive salary with performance-related bonus.
Company pension contribution.
Complimentary meals while on duty.
Preferential employee accommodation rates at Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) properties worldwide.
Ongoing professional development and training.
Opportunities to represent Cliff House Hotel at leading international travel events.
The chance to live and work in the beautiful seaside village of Ardmore on Ireland's stunning south coast.
Ready to Join Us?
If you are passionate about luxury hospitality, enjoy building meaningful relationships, and want to play a key role in the continued success of Cliff House Hotel, we would love to hear from you.
Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and why you would be a great fit for the role.
Cliff House Hotel is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
