Director of Marketing

AccorHotel Open · verified Sep 19, 2026

On-site Melbourne Full-time Director Marketing Leadership

Leadership Marketing Leadership role at AccorHotel. Melbourne · full-time.

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Raise the hotel’s profile through industry relationships and strategic partnerships
Deliver complex marketing campaigns, events, and stakeholder projects
Lead people, build cross-team alignment, and motivate teams toward shared goals
Coordinate with senior leaders and stakeholders to keep work on schedule and clearly communicated

What you bring

Deep experience in hospitality and events, ideally within a luxury hotel
A strong industry network that can support collaborations and visibility
A record of leading people, producing prominent events, and engaging varied audiences
Strong project management, communication, and relationship-building skills
Working knowledge of Word, Outlook, Canvas, and other suitable programs

Who this fits

You’ll suit a collaborative marketing leader with luxury hotel experience, strong industry connections, and confidence working with senior stakeholders. The role is onsite in Melbourne, with responsibilities spanning people leadership, events, campaigns, and cross-functional coordination.

From the employer

Sofitel Melbourne On Collins, the ultimate luxury hotel escape in the heart of Melbourne city centre. Combining French elegance and modern luxury, curating dining experiences where our passionate chefs and mixologists delight our guest in a lively culinary experience whilst overlooking the city skyline. As a Hotel for the Arts, Sofitel Melbourne on Collins proudly champions culture and tradition with rotating art exhibitions and is immersed in the city’s thriving arts and entertainment scene.

PROPERTY DETAILS

5-star luxury in the heart of the Melbourne's shopping, theatre and business precincts
363 rooms with breathtaking views over Melbourne
Exclusive Club Lounge that offers club guests that elevated French joie-de-vivre experience
Sophisticated modern dining with vibrant contemporary French flair at No35 restaurant
Unique signature cocktails & refined exclusive ambience at Atrium Bar on 35

The successful candidate will have extensive experience within hospitality and events, combined with a strong network of industry connections that can be leveraged to enhance brand visibility and drive strategic collaborations.

Proven track record of people leadership, delivering high-profile events and engaging confidently with diverse audiences. Strong interpersonal and management skills are essential, with the ability to build trusted relationships, collaborate across functions and inspire teams to achieve ambitious objectives.

A collaborative leadership style that inspires teams and promotes cross-functional alignment.

Experience working in a luxury hotel environment in a similar or related role

Strong project management capabilities, with experience delivering complex campaigns, events and stakeholder initiatives

Excellent communication skills - written & verbal, proficient in Word, Outlook, Canvas and any other appropriate programs

Proven experience working with senior management and multiple stakeholders

Be able to manage own time and that of the team to ensure that allocated tasks are executed and communicated efficiently and effectively according to hotel deadlines

Benefits and Perks:

Sofitel Melbourne on Collins provides ambassadors career development opportunities within the hotel and wider Accor Group. We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

We live by our Heartist principles, that is, the heart and art of human connection. Understanding people is our business and putting people at the heart of our organisation is how we make decisions. We want every ambassador to feel valued, inspired and to strive for greatness every day.

We offer our Heartists:

Build a career with the largest hotel group in the Pacific
Central accessible location in Melbourne's CBD
Laundered uniforms
Complimentary hotel stay package for your work anniversary
Worldwide employee and family and friends benefits at Accor Hotels