Assistant Director of Sales - Sports
Assistant Director of Sales - Sports
JA Resorts & Hotels | JA Palm Tree Court · JA Beach Hotel · JA Lake View
Build. Monetize. Lead the future of sports at JA.
This is not a maintenance role.
This is a growth, revenue, and destination-building role.
We are looking for a commercially driven sports leader to take ownership of operations, revenue growth, partnerships, and new business development across all sports and recreational activities at JA Resorts.
If you know how to turn sports facilities into profit centers, create programs guests will pay for, and position a resort as a sports destination, this role is for you.
The Mission
You will lead and elevate all sports operations while creating new revenue streams, programs, academies, events, and partnerships that drive utilization, profitability, and brand differentiation.
This role sits at the intersection of:
Operations | Sales | Guest Experience | Strategy
What You’ll Own
Sports Operations Excellence
Oversee daily sales and operations of all sports & recreation activities
Ensure safety, compliance, and JA service standards
Drive consistency, SOPs, and facility utilization
Revenue & Business Development
Launch academies, camps, clinics, memberships & leagues
Create sports tourism packages, tournaments & corporate sports events
Build pricing models, forecasts, and ROI-driven initiatives
Source and manage external business (schools, clubs, corporates, federations)
New Programs & Innovation
Identify market gaps and guest trends
Pilot new sports concepts and formats
Turn ideas into profitable, scalable offerings
Partnerships & Industry Presence
Build strategic partnerships with clubs, federations & operators
Negotiate commercial terms and SLAs
Represent JA Resorts at sports and industry events
Commercial & Financial Control
Support budgeting, forecasting, and KPI tracking
Monitor revenue, costs, margins, and yield per activity
Deliver clear performance reporting and insights
Brand & Guest Experience
Elevate sports as a core part of the JA guest journey
Collaborate on marketing campaigns and digital visibility
Drive engagement through events, showcases, and activations
What Success Looks Like (12–18 Months)
Increased sports-related revenue and facility utilization
New academies, programs, and external business launched
Strong pipeline of corporate, community, and international sports business
Clear positioning of JA Resorts as a sports destination
A roadmap for future sports investments and growth
The Ideal Profile
Strong background in sports management and/or hospitality
Proven business development and revenue generation experience
Commercially sharp with operational discipline
Confident stakeholder and partnership manager
Passionate about sports, guest experience, and brand building
Why This Role?
Because this is where sports meets strategy.
You won’t just run activities — you’ll build a business vertical.
Apply now and shape the future of sports at JA Resorts & Hotels.
- Department
- Sales
- Role
- Assistant Director of Sales
- Locations
- JA The Resort, Dubai
JA The Resort, Dubai
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About JA Resorts & Hotels
Where the real essence of a warm welcome is captured in breathtaking locations in the Middle-East and the Indian Ocean. Whether it's a family holiday, a romantic getaway or a business trip, we extend unforgettable experiences every time. From the first hello to the last goodbye, you can relax and rediscover the real you knowing every need is being taken care of.