Cluster Meetings & Events Sales Manager

Malmaison Belfast; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent hotel chain in Bristol is seeking a Cluster Meetings & Events Sales Manager to maximize revenue across two properties. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and organizational skills, and will be responsible for driving meeting room occupancy while ensuring smooth operations during events. Competitive pay and generous benefits are offered, including discounted rates and development programs.

Benefits

Discounted Staff Room Rates

Healthcare Cash Plans

Cycle to work scheme

Complimentary stays on anniversaries

Qualifications

• Experience in sales and events management.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with clients.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maximize revenue by driving meeting room occupancy.
• Develop relationships with guests and management teams.
• Support smooth running of meetings and events across hotels.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proactive attitude

Job description

Purchased 2015
78 Bedrooms
91-seater restaurant, overlooking the terrace and bridge
Spacious pub and terrace
3 Private Event Spaces - seating up to 144

Boasting fantastic panoramic views of the Suspension Bridge and Gorge, an idyllic position in the heart of Clifton Village’s Georgian splendor. If ever there was a city with a story to tell, it’s Bristol. Enveloped in the hills of South-West, it has its own unmistakable identity. With a host of iconic cultural attractions born out of the city’s centuries-old heritage and irrepressible creative spirit. Float over historic landmarks in a beautiful balloon, seek out world-class street art and follow the sound of live music flowing into cobbled streets.

About the Role

Cluster Meetings & Events Sales Manager, Hotel Du Vin

Rate of Pay / Hours: Up to £40,000 OTE per Annum including Bonus plus Generous Company Benefits, Learning & Development

Type of Contract: Permanent

Location: Bristol

A fantastic opportunity to help maximise the revenue across the two Hotel Du Vin properties in Bristol, the iconic Avon Gorge by Hotel Du Vin and the historic Hotel Du Vin City Centre.

As Cluster Meeting & Events Sales Manager at Hotel Du Vin you will be maximising revenue by driving meeting room occupancy ensuring that all bookings are in the joint interest of the hotels and that the spaces sold in the hotels best suit the opportunity and are in line with the business needs.

Reporting into the Head of Meeting and Events and the General Managers of the hotels you will be working alongside the Central Sales Office to support the conversion of all enquires. You will develop relationships with guests and management team across both properties in order to ensure that smooth running of all meetings and events across the two hotels.

No two days will be the same as Cluster Meeting & Events Manager and spreading your time across two properties and juggling the events that are taking place will definitelykeep you busy. You will need to be a organised and motivated individual who is proactive with good communication skills both verbally and orally.

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About You

In addition to competitive rates of pay we offer:

• Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates at Malmaison, Hotel du Vin and Frasers Hospitality with rooms available from £65 per night.
• Discounted Friends and Family Room Rate with 50% off best available rate.
• 35% off your bill when you dine in our Brasseries and Bistros
• Fully funded Apprenticeshipprogrammes that support you in developing your career
• High Street Discounts on a range of high street shops, experiences, holidays and much much more
• Cycle to work scheme – save up to 40% on a wide range of bikes
• Healthcare Cash Plans - dental, optical, medical and more available from £5 per month
• Referral schemes that pay up to £1500 (just for getting your mates jobs!)
• We have a Wellness & National Campaign Days Calendar which promotes and encourages activities like – Pay Day Lunches/Treats, National Popcorn Day, Mental Health Awareness week and more
• We work withWagestreamgiving instant access to your pay as it’s earnt. Wagestream is a tool for everyday life that lets you get paid your way by letting you track your wages in real time, stream up to 50% of the money you’re already earned, learn easy tips to manage your money better and save direct from your salary
• We also offercomplimentary stayson your 1st, 3rdand 5thanniversary with Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
• We are a proud sponsor ofThe Brain Charity,helping people with all forms of neurological conditions to lead longer, healthier, happier lives.
• Employee Assistance Programme– free, confidential advice available 24/7 to you and your family

Plus on completing your probationary period you will be provided with:

• Private Medical Healthcare
• Bonus Plan based on clear and transparent KPI’s
• Critical Illness cover
• Life Assurance

Our Sustainability Goals:

• 100% of our electricity is generated using renewable energy with most of it coming from Wind Farms around the UK
• We recycle a minimum of 70% of the waste from our hotels. This target is achieved by everyone I the hotel focusing on the waste we produce and is championed by our Sustainability Council who work on project year round
• We have moved to a chemical free cleaning system in our bedrooms and public areas and an enzyme based eco-friendly system for our kitchens.
• Volunteer to work for sustainable charities 2 days per year on full pay instead of your normal workplace

Generous Company Benefits, Training & Development

Generous Company Benefits, Training & Development