Manager - Sales & Events - Jumeirah

About Jumeirah 

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates an exceptional portfolio of 29 properties across 11 countries in the Middle East, Europe, and Asia. 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 exclusive 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.

About the Job 

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Manager of Sales & Events to join Jumeirah.

The main duties and responsibilities of this role include:

• Drive Sales & Events activity for the property’s Signature restaurants, generating revenue through private dining, group bookings and curated dining experiences.
• Develop and execute sales plans that position each restaurant to attract the right business across key trading periods and special occasions.
• Build relationships with corporate, social and lifestyle clients, translating their needs into tailored dining experiences that deliver guest satisfaction and commercial return.
• Identify and convert new opportunities across relevant market segments, building a healthy pipeline of restaurant event and private dining business.
• Manage proposals, negotiations and confirmations, ensuring bookings are commercially viable, well positioned and aligned with Jumeirah service standards.
• Coordinate with Restaurant GMs, Operations, Marketing and PR teams to ensure event-led business is seamlessly delivered and supports restaurant visibility and revenue.

About You 

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

• 6–8 years’ experience in Sales, Events or hospitality commercial roles, ideally within luxury hotels, restaurants or premium lifestyle environments.
• Proven experience generating revenue through private dining, group bookings, event-led business or curated guest experiences.
• Strong pipeline management, negotiation and conversion skills, with confidence moving opportunities from enquiry to confirmed business.
• Experience working closely with restaurant or operations teams to deliver commercially successful and guest-focused experiences.
• Relationship-led and commercially aware, with the ability to connect client needs to covers, spend and overall F&B performance.

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 UAE Dirhams (AED)