Sport is more than just a passion - it’s a global business, and you know how to connect the two. At IHG, we’re looking for someone who can build meaningful client relationships, spot opportunities others might miss, and drive commercial results across a growing portfolio of sports accounts. If you thrive on strategy, relationships and making an impact, this **12m FTC** role could be your next move. **What you’ll be doing:** + Manage and grow a strategic portfolio of sports accounts across Transient, Groups & Meetings, and Speciality Markets, focusing on long-term value. + Develop account plans and negotiate commercial agreements to drive incremental revenue across all IHG brands. + Identify new business opportunities aligned to market demand, using data and insights to make informed decisions. + Work closely with hotel teams to match high-impact sports clients with the right properties, particularly in luxury and upscale segments. + Represent IHG at key industry events, building visibility and strengthening relationships within the sports sector. **What we’re looking for:** + Strong commercial background in strategic sales, account management and/or business development, ideally with experience in the sports industry. + Proven ability to grow accounts, lead negotiations, and build trusted partnerships that deliver results. + Familiarity with Challenger Sales or similar consultative sales frameworks. + Experience working across international markets and diverse cultures. + Fluent in English, with additional languages seen as an advantage. Closing Date: 11 th May 2025 \#LI-Hybrid \#LI-NT1 Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today. At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.