Commercial Director

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Commercial Director, Brussels /h3 pHospitality Talents – Recruitment Agency is currently looking for an experienced and hands‑on Commercial Director to join the opening team of our client in Brussels. /p pOur client is preparing the launch of a major new‑generation meetings convention venue in Brussels, scheduled for opening in Q1 2027. /p pThe venue will feature approximately 4,000 m² of fully modular event space on one single level, including a plenary capacity of up to 900 guests, multiple flexible meeting rooms, state‑of‑the‑art technology and immersive design.

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Position Overview /h3 pThe Director of Sales will be responsible for defining and executing the commercial strategy of the venue, with a strong focus on conventions plenary meetings, institutional and European associations, and international corporate accounts. /p h3

Key Responsibilities /h3 ul li Develop and implement the sales strategy for the Brussels market. /li li Position the venue as a leading destination for large‑scale corporate events. /li li Define pricing structures, commercial policies and segmentation strategy. /li li Build long‑term revenue forecasting and pipeline visibility. /li li Leverage and expand an existing network within the Brussels MICE ecosystem. /li li Target corporate HQs, European institutions, associations and event agencies.

/li li Secure anchor accounts ahead of opening (pre‑sales strategy). /li li Negotiate high‑value contracts and multi‑year agreements. /li li Drive conversion from inquiry to contract. /li li Optimize yield and space utilization. /li li Monitor market trends and competitor activity. /li li Build and lead the sales team (pre‑ and post‑opening phase). /li liWork closely with Operations, Marketing and Technical Production.

/li li Contribute to pre‑opening planning and go‑to‑market strategy. /li /ul h3

Requirements /h3 ul li Minimum 5 years of experience in the hospitality industry. /li li Proven track record in managing people. /li li Strong knowledge of the Brussels corporate and institutional market. /li li Established network with agencies and major accounts. /li li Strategic mindset combined with operational agility. /li li Fluent in French and English (Dutch is a strong asset).

/li liA rare opportunity to shape the commercial strategy of a landmark venue. /li li Involvement in a high‑impact pre‑opening project. /li li Strategic leadership role with long‑term growth potential. /li li Competitive compensation package with performance‑based incentives. /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr