Sales Executive

Sales Executive – (German Market) Location: UK-Based in the SE with easy access to London Travel to Germany 2–3 days per month Sector: Hospitality / Meetings & Events / Sales Contract: Full-Time, Permanent An established and highly respected international hospitality group is seeking a German-speaking Sales Executive to manage and grow its German portfolio from the UK. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially driven hospitality sales professional who thrives in a reactive sales environment and enjoys building long-term client relationships. You will be responsible for handling inbound enquiries, converting opportunities, and developing strong partnerships across the German market. The Role Working as part of a collaborative and high-performing sales team, you will manage reactive enquiries from corporate clients, understanding their event requirements and delivering tailored proposals. You will build trusted relationships with key decision-makers, ensuring a seamless client journey from enquiry through to confirmation. Regular travel to Germany (2–3 days per month) will be required to maintain and strengthen client relationships and support the German portfolio. Working mainly from home, you will be required to travel to London once a week to meet and work with the other mamabers of the sales teams. Key Responsibilities Manage reactive sales enquiries for the German market Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships Convert enquiries into confirmed business through consultative selling Prepare proposals and negotiate commercial terms Travel to Germany monthly to meet clients and support business development Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth delivery and client satisfaction About You Fluent German speaker (essential) Proven sales experience within hotels, hospitality, or meetings & events Strong track record of converting reactive enquiries Skilled relationship builder with excellent communication abilities Commercially aware with strong negotiation skills The Offer Competitive base salary with performance-related bonus Excellent benefits package International exposure within a respected hospitality brand Supportive, people-focused culture Clear progression opportunities This role would suit a hospitality sales professional looking to develop their international portfolio while working for a premium organisation with a strong reputation for client experience and employee wellbeing. Applications are now open for experienced German-speaking hospitality sales professionals seeking their next challenge.   Kellan Group (including all of our brands, Berkeley Scott and Xpress Recruitment) are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our websites