About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.         

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

About Four Seasons Hotels Istanbul Two iconic hotels, one extraordinary city! Located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus and Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet offer two distinctive luxury experiences in one of the world's most captivating destinations. Set along the shores of the Bosphorus in a beautifully restored 19th-century Ottoman palace, Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus combines waterfront grandeur with contemporary luxury. In the heart of the city's Historic Peninsula, Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet welcomes guests just steps away from some of the world's most celebrated landmarks, including Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace. Together, these award-winning properties are recognized among Türkiye's most iconic luxury hospitality destinations.

About Four Seasons

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who strive to become better, push ourselves to new heights, and treat one another as we wish to be treated. Through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart, we create exceptional experiences for our guests, residents, and partners around the world.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one, and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Our purpose is to create impressions that stay with our guests for a lifetime because we believe life is richer when we truly connect to people and the world around us.

About the Role

 

We are seeking an exceptional, visionary, and commercially driven leader to join Four Seasons Hotels Istanbul as Senior Commercial Director, overseeing the commercial performance and strategic positioning of both Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus and Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet.

Reporting directly to the Senior General Manager and serving as a key member of the Hotel Planning Committee, this executive leadership role is responsible for defining and executing the commercial strategy across Sales, Marketing, Revenue Management, Catering & Events, Reservations and Public Relations.

The Senior Commercial Director will play a critical role in driving revenue growth, strengthening market leadership, elevating brand positioning, and ensuring both properties continue to set the benchmark for luxury hospitality in the region.

Why This Opportunity?

 

This is an opportunity to shape the commercial future of two of Türkiye's most prestigious luxury hotels while working with one of the world's most admired hospitality brands.

The successful candidate will influence strategic business decisions at the highest level, collaborate with a talented leadership team, and play a defining role in the continued growth and success of two iconic hotels that attract discerning travellers from around the globe.

 

What You Will Do

 

• Lead and execute the overall commercial strategy for both Istanbul properties, driving sustainable revenue growth, market share, profitability, and brand visibility across all business segments.
• Partner closely with the Senior General Manager and executive leadership team to define long-term business objectives and commercial priorities.
• Oversee and align Sales, Catering & Events, Reservations, Marketing and Public Relations functions to maximize commercial performance and operational excellence.
• Develop annual business plans, sales strategies, marketing initiatives, and commercial objectives that support hotel and corporate goals.
• Identify emerging market opportunities, evolving luxury travel trends, and new revenue streams to strengthen competitive positioning and long-term growth.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, luxury travel advisors, corporate accounts, agencies, industry partners, media representatives, and the broader Four Seasons commercial network.
• Analyze market intelligence, business performance metrics, and competitor activity to support data-driven decision-making and strategic planning.
• Partner with Revenue Management to optimize forecasting, pricing strategies, segmentation, and revenue performance.
• Champion brand visibility through impactful marketing campaigns, strategic partnerships, public relations initiatives, and innovative storytelling across local and international markets.
• Lead, inspire, coach, and develop a high-performing commercial organization, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous development.
• Ensure effective stewardship of departmental budgets, commercial investments, and resources while maximizing return on investment.

 

What You Bring

• 5-7 years of progressive leadership experience in senior commercial roles within luxury hospitality, including oversight of multi-functional commercial teams.
• Demonstrated success leading multi-functional commercial teams, including Sales, Marketing, Public Relations, Revenue Management, Reservations, and Catering & Events.
• Proven track record of developing and executing commercial strategies that drive revenue growth, market share, and profitability.
• Experience within internationally recognized luxury hospitality brands is strongly preferred.
• Strong expertise in strategic planning, business development, market analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and revenue optimization.
• Strong understanding of luxury travel, corporate and leisure segments, group and events business, and global luxury travel networks.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to influence at executive level and successfully lead teams through growth and transformation.

 

What to Expect

 

You will be part of a passionate team that is committed to excellence, creativity, and exceptional service. At Four Seasons, we believe in investing in our people and creating opportunities for growth, development, and meaningful career progression across our global portfolio. 

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and a benefits package
• Private health and life insurance
• Excellent learning & development opportunities
• Complimentary accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
• Complimentary dry cleaning for business attire
• Complimentary indoor parking privileges
• Culinary and wellness experiences at special rates

… and so much more!

Schedule & Hours

 

This is a full-time position based on a 45-hour work week, requiring flexibility to support operational and business needs, including weekends and public holidays when necessary.

 

Legal Disclaimer

 

In accordance with the Turkish Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 ("KVKK"), which entered into force on 7 April 2016, the personal information contained in your résumé/CV will be processed and used for recruitment purposes in relation to current and future employment opportunities within our organization. Your personal data will be stored securely and treated with strict confidentiality. If you do not wish for your résumé/CV to be retained in our database, please contact us at contactus.bosphorus@fourseasons.com.

7 Nisan 2016 tarihli Resmi Gazete’de yürürlüğe giren 6698 sayılı Kişisel Verileri Koruma Kanunu’na istinaden, özgeçmişinizde yer alan kişisel bilgileriniz kurum bünyesinde oluşacak mevcut ve gelecek işe alım talepleri doğrultusunda istihdam amaçlı kullanılacak olup; kişisel bilgileriniz veri tabanımızda gizlilik içerisinde saklanacaktır. Özgeçmişinizin veri tabanımızda bulunmasını istemiyorsanız, lütfen contactus.bosphorus@fourseasons.com adresi ile iletişime geçiniz.