Conference and Events Coordinator

Sodexo; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A global service company in the UK is seeking a Conference and Events Coordinator. The role involves managing client enquiries, building strong relationships, and exceeding sales targets in a dynamic work environment. Ideal candidates will have proven sales experience, excellent communication skills, and a passion for delivering results. Competitive salary with excellent benefits package offered.

Benefits

Unlimited access to mental health support

Employee Assistance Programme

Health and wellbeing app

Retirement plan

Volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales, ideally within hospitality or events.
• Strong knowledge of the local market and a client-focused approach.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and convert conference & events enquiries.
• Deliver proposals, quotes, contracts, and follow-ups.
• Build relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Sales experience

Client-focused approach

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Overview

Conference and Events Coordinator - Hamilton Park Racecourse, Bothwell Road, Hamilton ML3 0DW. £26,000pa + excellent benefits. 40hrs pw Mon - Fri with occasional evenings & weekends.

What You’ll Do

• Manage and convert conference & events enquiries, delivering a seamless client journey from first contact through to event delivery
• Exceed sales targets by tailoring creative solutions to meet client needs
• Build strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders to drive repeat business and referrals
• Champion the Sodexo Live! sales culture, using our CRM tools to manage data and maximise opportunities
• Deliver professional, timely, and accurate proposals, quotes, contracts, and follow-ups
• Support the Sales Manager and wider operational teams to ensure every event lives up to its promise

What You Bring

• Proven track record in sales, ideally within hospitality, events, or venues
• Strong knowledge of the local market and a client-focused approach
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with a confident telephone manner
• Highly organised, able to prioritise under pressure while maintaining attention to detail
• A team player with energy, drive, and a passion for delivering results

What We Offer

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families: unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support; Employee Assistance Programme; a free health and wellbeing app with a 24hr virtual GP and other services; the Sodexo Discounts Scheme and prepayment cashback card; Money Insights and financial benefits via Salary Finance; retirement plan; Death-in-Service benefit; opportunities for learning and development; Cycle to Work; Volunteering opportunities.

Flexible and dynamic work environment.

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. We are a global leader in services operating in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers daily. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are a forces friendly employer. We welcome applications from diverse experiences, backgrounds and identities and encourage involvement with Employee Networks. We are a Disability Confident Leader employer.

Note: The rewards and benefits guide is attached. Sodexo reserves the right to close this advertisement early if we are in receipt of a high volume of applications.