Director of Sales
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer issued few or no visas recently
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£87,300
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 1132 (82% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £87,300, and Arora Group is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 3556 (Sales accounts and business development managers). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1132 Marketing, sales and advertising directors Most likely code | £61,100 | £69,800 | £78,600 | £87,300 |
3556 Sales accounts and business development managers Also possible | £38,600 | £55,200 | £55,200 | £55,200 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Novotel London West is the perfect base for Business and leisure. With 630 spacious ensuite rooms plus a selection of restaurants and bars showcasing fresh international flavours. Our hotel has state of the art gym facilities and 40 flexible conference and meeting rooms.
A Bit About What You Will Do...
The Director of Sales in our hotel plays a pivotal role in driving revenue growth and maximising occupancy by leading the Sales and Marketing team in creating, defining, and implementing strategic initiatives that attract guests, increase bookings, and enhance brand visibility.
- Lead the sales team in identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, including corporate accounts, MICE, and leisure sales.
- Overseeing the development and launch of marketing campaigns and promotional activities to increase brand awareness.
- Create and develop special events and sales blitzes to showcase the hotel to potential clients.
- Attend trade shows and major market events locally and nationally to promote new business and increase sales and marketing opportunities for the hotel.
- Develop strong relationships with key clients, corporate accounts, and industry partners.
- Regularly review the hotel’s commercial strategy, identify new revenue streams and maximise the hotel’s profitability and market position.
- Participate in the preparation of the annual departmental operating budget and financial plans.
- Manage departmental budgets and sales goals to ensure targets and objectives are met maximising profitability.
- Create an engaging environment for the team by motivating them through recognition, reward, training and development, with a strong focus on retention.
- Provide mentoring, coaching and regular feedback to manage conflict and improve performance.
- Strong leadership and motivational abilities.
Holiday – 28 days holiday, enhanced after 5 years of service.
But there’s more...
- Free meals on duty.
- Uniform offered and dry cleaned.
- Discounted employee friends & family rates at Arora Hotels.
- Food and beverage discounts.
- Christmas gifts and employee parties.
- Introduce a friend scheme.
- Cycle 2 work scheme.
- UK attraction discounts @ Merlin Entertainments.
- Taste card.
- Life assurance scheme.
- Wage stream.
- Employee assistance programme.
- Arora star employee recognition.
- Long service recognition award.
We are growing rapidly and with growth comes advancement opportunities. Being part of the Arora group there are exciting opportunities for career progression and development across our properties and brands.
Skills
Fluent in English
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Arora Group, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Marketing, sales and advertising directors (SOC 1132) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~229k in sample- Middle half £64,792–121,836
- Median £89,700
- Going rate £87,300
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £61,100–78,600
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Arora Group holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 1132 going rate of £87,300. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.