Conference & Events Sales Executive - Eastwood

Equipment Sales & Service Limited.; Nottingham; Presencial; GBP 39.950.000 - 44.083.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Healthcare

Wellbeing support

23 days + bank holidays

Life assurance

Meals on duty

Descripción de la vacante

Eastwood Hall in Nottingham is seeking a driven Conference & Events Sales Executive to convert enquiries into confirmed bookings and deliver exceptional event experiences.

You will manage incoming conference and event enquiries, conduct show rounds, prepare bespoke proposals, and build strong relationships with corporate clients and event organisers, collaborating with operations to ensure seamless delivery and revenue growth.

Formación

• Previous sales experience within hospitality or events.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive, target-focused mindset and ability to manage multiple enquiries.

Responsabilidades

• Manage and respond to all conference and events enquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Convert enquiries into bookings to achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Conduct client show rounds and venue tours.
• Prepare tailored proposals, contracts, and detailed event quotations.
• Negotiate rates in line with revenue strategy and business needs.
• Generate new business through outbound activity and account management.
• Build relationships with corporate clients, agents and event organisers.
• Coordinate handovers to operations to ensure seamless delivery.
• Maintain records using the CRM system.
• Attend networking events and trade shows to promote the venue.

Conocimientos

Sales experience

Hospitality/events

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Proactive/target-driven

Customer relationships

Herramientas

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Conference & Events Sales Executive - Eastwood Conference & Events Sales Executive - Eastwood Hall, Nottingham | Full-Time / Permanent 14.14 + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more. We're looking for... Join the team at Eastwood Hall, a leading conference and events venue in the heart of Nottinghamshire. We're looking for a driven and personable Conference & Events Sales Executive to convert enquiries into confirmed business and help deliver exceptional event experiences. In this role, you'll manage incoming conference, meeting, and event enquiries, conduct show rounds, prepare bespoke proposals, and build strong relationships with corporate clients and event organisers. Working closely with operations and revenue teams, you'll ensure a seamless handover from sale to delivery while consistently achieving sales targets and maximising revenue opportunities. The ideal candidate will have previous sales experience within hospitality or events, excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and a proactive, target-focused mindset. If you're passionate about delivering outstanding service and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Conference & Events Sales Executive - The Role

• Manage and respond to all conference and events enquiries in a timely and professional manner
• Convert enquiries into confirmed bookings to achieve and exceed sales targets
• Conduct client show rounds and venue tours
• Prepare tailored proposals, contracts, and detailed event quotations
• Negotiate rates in line with revenue strategy and business needs
• Proactively generate new business through outbound sales activity and account management
• Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate clients, agents, and event organisers
• Coordinate detailed handovers to the operations team to ensure seamless event delivery
• Maintain accurate records and reporting using the sales/CRM system
• Attend networking events, trade shows, and client meetings to promote the venue
• Upsell additional services and packages to maximise revenue opportunities
• Monitor competitor activity and market trends to identify growth opportunities
• Previous sales experience within hospitality, conferencing, or events
• Proven track record of achieving or exceeding sales targets
• Confident communicator with strong presentation and negotiation skills
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Customer-focused with a consultative sales approach
• Proactive, self-motivated, and results-driven
• Comfortable managing multiple enquiries in a fast-paced environment
• Strong administrative and IT skills (CRM and Microsoft Office proficiency)
• Commercially aware with the ability to identify upselling opportunities
• Professional, personable, and confident conducting client show rounds
• Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments
• Flexible approach to working hours to meet business needs

Not only will you be joining the Eastwood family you will also be joining Levy which is part of Compass Group, the worlds largest catering company, and a vibrant leader in hospitality.

We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong. Our diverse team fuels creativity, innovation, and excellence. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us in creating a supportive, empowering workplace where everyone can thrive. Together, we create unforgettable experiences and shape the future of hospitality.

• Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check
• Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work)
• Entertainment discounts - up to 55% off cinema tickets
• Health & Wellbeing discounts - Discounts for Nuffield Health (20%) and Pure Gym (10%)
• Travel discounts - Discounts with holiday companies such as TUI and Expedia
• Shopping discounts - Save up to 15% at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping Cards
• Meals on duty
• Vodaphone discounts
• Pension scheme and Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 23 days + BH's and additional day off for your birthday
• 2 days additional leave, following return from Maternity leave during first year back
• Competitive and supportive family benefits
• Day off for baby's first birthday
• Holiday purchase scheme
• On-going training & development and career pathways
• Professional subscriptions paid
• Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products

Great things happen when people get together in our spaces to meet, spaces to sleep and spaces to celebrate at Eastwood Hall. From leisure breaks, weddings and celebrations to conferences, meetings, training, and every business event in between our venue provides an informal atmosphere where you and our guests can be themselves. We combine our spaces with a bigger family. Eastwood Hall is part of The Venues Collection - a division of Compass Group UK & I, the market leader in contract catering & support services. Part of Compass Group UK&I, we are a grouping of seven easily accessible event spaces with hotel-like residential and leisure facilities, which all sit under the brand name The Venues Collection. Located across the UK, our venues all feature stylish and individual event spaces, including both contemporary and historic meeting areas. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations. Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!