Meetings & Events Sales Executive
At a glance
Mid-level Account Executive role at AccorHotel. Baghdad · full-time.
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What you'll do
- Find and pursue meetings and events prospects, then build ongoing relationships through regular contact and follow-up
- Shape presentations and proposals around client needs, and negotiate terms that meet sales goals while protecting profitability
- Guide each opportunity from first inquiry through signed contract and post-event follow-up, coordinating delivery with internal teams
- Track client activity, proposals and contracts in CRM software, and report sales forecasts and results to management
- Watch competitor moves and market shifts for new opportunities while working toward monthly and quarterly sales targets
What you bring
- At least five years selling in meetings, events, hospitality or a related field
- A record of meeting and surpassing sales goals, with strong negotiation and closing ability
- Fluent English, with clear written and spoken communication and presentation skills
- A valid driver’s license and readiness to travel when needed
Who this fits
This role suits a mid-level sales professional with meetings and events industry knowledge and strong client relationship skills. It is based on-site in Baghdad, Iraq, with travel as needed. Arabic is preferred.
From the employer
Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.
By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/
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We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Meetings & Events Sales Executive to join our team in Baghdad, Iraq. In this role, you will be responsible for generating new business opportunities, managing client relationships, and driving revenue growth through the sale of meetings and events services. You will work with corporate clients, associations, and organizations to understand their needs and deliver customized solutions that exceed expectations. This position offers an excellent opportunity to leverage your sales expertise and event industry knowledge in a fast-paced, professional environment.
- Identify, prospect, and develop new business opportunities within the meetings and events sector
- Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients through regular communication and follow-up
- Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations and proposals tailored to client requirements
- Negotiate contracts and pricing to achieve sales targets while maintaining profitability
- Coordinate with internal teams to ensure seamless event execution and client satisfaction
- Manage the full sales cycle from initial inquiry through contract closure and post-event follow-up
- Maintain accurate records of all client interactions, proposals, and contracts using CRM software
- Monitor market trends and competitor activity to identify new sales opportunities
- Achieve and exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets and performance metrics
- Provide exceptional customer service and support throughout the client engagement process
- Prepare sales reports and forecasts for management review
- Proven sales experience in meetings, events, hospitality, or related industry (minimum 5 years)
- Demonstrated track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets
- Strong knowledge of the meetings and events industry, including venue types, services, and market dynamics
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written
- Strong negotiation and closing skills
- Ability to build and maintain professional client relationships
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills
- Detail-oriented with strong attention to accuracy
- Problem-solving abilities and adaptability in a dynamic environment
- Fluency in English; Arabic language skills are preferred
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as needed
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