Event Sales Manager at Hyatt Regency

Expected to open 2025, Hyatt Regency Lagos Ikeja is ideally located in the serene GRA and just moments away from Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Hyatt Regency Lagos Ikeja is a premier hotel in Lagos, Nigeria, offering the perfect blend of convenience and elegance where our guests feel comfortable, connected, and encouraged to be their best selves because they are welcome and relaxed in our care.

Hyatt Regency hotels and resorts are founded on openness - our colleagues consistently serve with open minds and open hearts to deliver unforgettable celebrations, effortless relaxation and notable culinary experiences alongside expert meetings and technology-enabled collaboration.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Event Sales Manager

Req ID: LAG000052
Location: Ikeja, Lagos

About the role

• The Event Sales Manager is responsible for driving revenue through the sale of event spaces, meetings, conferences, and social functions.
• This role focuses on building client relationships, managing event bookings, and ensuring seamless coordination between clients and hotel operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and generate new business opportunities for events, conferences, weddings, and corporate meetings
• Manage incoming inquiries and convert leads into confirmed bookings
• Conduct site inspections and present hotel facilities to potential clients
• Develop customized event proposals and negotiate contracts
• Collaborate with internal teams (banquet, catering, operations) to ensure successful event execution
• Maintain strong relationships with corporate clients, event planners, and agencies
• Achieve and exceed sales targets and revenue goals

• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to adjust sales strategies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field
• 3–5 years of experience in hotel sales, event management, or hospitality industry
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple events simultaneously
• Customer-focused mindset with attention to detail.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online