Sales Intern

As a Sales intern at our Global offices, you are part of a team that brings the legend of Belmond to life.

You will play a crucial role to support the Belmond Commercial Organisation (BCO). Whether this is through supporting sales teams or coordinating with global agencies and clients, you will contribute to strengthening relationships with travel trade and MICE industries on behalf of Belmond.

If you’re looking to develop your skills and be part of the future of luxury, this is your moment.

Primary Responsibilities Include

• Assist the Travel Industry and MICE Support Executives and Divisional Director of Sales, UK, Northern Europe, Middle East, and Africa in coordinating sales series, sales events, tradeshows, and sales missions.
• Provide administrative support to the Divisional BCO Teams as needed.
• Update and maintain the Sales database and assist in coordinating and distributing all relevant sales collateral to the field.
• Support all BCO and representation offices with day-to-day administration, including project work, market research, reports, post-event follow-up, and assisting Sales teams in creating PowerPoint presentations following Brand guidelines and utilizing the latest visual content.
• Assist EMEA BCO Sales Teams in maintaining and enriching their account and contact database.
• Conduct research for new account and market prospection within the EMEA region.
• Collaborate with Travel Trade Support Executives to prepare, coordinate, and deliver Belmond brand events, tradeshows, and roadshows globally throughout the year.
• Have the opportunity to accompany UK BCO Team members on client visits, sales calls, and presentations.

What you should know when applying...

• This is a fixed term internship that is expected to commence in November 2025 and continue for up to 12 months.
• The role is generally able to benefit from our current hybrid working policy where team members can work remotely for up to two days per week.
• Applications need to be fully submitted and received by 12 noon on Thursday 02 October. An early submission is encouraged as the form may close if a large volume of applications is received. Applications received after the submission date may be considered, however, priority will be given to applications received by the submission date.
• Our offices are located at Wogan House, 99 Great Portland Street, London W1W 7NY. Wogan House is newly renovated office space under the management of a leading co-working space and property management company.

• Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK. This role is not suitable for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker immigration route.

What You Bring

• You will have completed a degree-level course in Hospitality, Tourism, Business Administration, Marketing or a related field, or have equivalent knowledge from your experience. Applications from students required to complete a placement year as part of their studies in the above subjects will also be considered.
• Strong demonstrable interest in the leisure, MICE, and celebrations segments of the hospitality industry.
• Strong administrative skills with the ability to provide support to various teams and projects.
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in market research, reports, and post-event follow-up activities.
• Ability to conduct research for new account and market prospecting within the EMEA region.
• Excellent organizational skills to assist in coordinating sales events, tradeshows, and missions.
• Strong written and spoken English communication skills with an ability to effectively communicate with a diverse range of individuals and stakeholders.
• Proactive and self-motivated individual with a strong work ethic.
• Team player who can collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Flexible and adaptable to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Enthusiastic about learning and gaining diverse experiences.
• Willingness to travel and accompany team members on client visits, sales calls, and presentations.

What We Offer

At Belmond, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture built on kindness, active listening, and genuine connections with our colleagues and guests. We offer a comprehensive range of compensation, perks and benefits including:

• Competitive salaries and incentive plans
• Complimentary and preferred rate experiences at our iconic destinations
• Private Medical Insurance and Dental Plans
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• 33 days’ annual leave per year (inclusive of English Bank Holidays).
• Lifestyle and Employee Assistance Programs
• Onsite gym facilities

We strive to create an environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. With a commitment to your ongoing development, you’ll have the opportunity to learn and grow alongside some of the most talented individuals in the industry. Join us and be part of creating unforgettable moments for our guests, communities and each other.

This is your moment. Apply today!

About Us

Belmond was born from a passion for connecting discerning travellers with the world’s most remarkable properties, locations and journeys. From hotels and trains to river cruises and safari lodges, Belmond’s Slow Luxury invites guests to discover a new pace of travel as they savour time, engage with local culture, and connect with nature and people around them through incomparable experiences and unforgettable stories. With a legacy spanning over 45 years, since the acquisition of Hotel Cipriani in Venice in 1976, Belmond has grown into a global collection of 43 properties spread across 24 countries and territories. Exceptional destinations connected by legendary journeys are the very soul of Belmond, where the path that brings you to a place is as important as the destination itself. A pioneer of slow travel, Belmond has been operating the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express since 1982.  Belmond later expanded to include pristine beach resorts, such as Maroma on the Riviera Maya, historic hideaways such as Villa San Michele in the Florentine foothills, urbane icons, such as Copacabana Palace in Rio de Janeiro, and gateways to UNESCO world heritage sites, such as Hotel das Cataratas in Brazil’s Iguassu National Park. As proud custodians of storied properties, Belmond is committed to building on the past to create a new legacy: the heritage of the future. Working with communities and local talents, together with the world’s most respected chefs, designers and artists, Belmond continues its purpose of perpetuating the legendary art of travel. Since 2019, Belmond has been part of the world’s leading luxury group, LVMH (Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton).