Event Sales Advisor

The Essex Golf and Country Club Limited; Earls Colne; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Uniform provided (role dependent)

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

The Club Company is seeking an enthusiastic Event Sales Advisor to join our busy team at one of our premium golf and country clubs. You will assist with planning, designing and delivering a range of events while managing enquiries to bookings and helping drive new business opportunities.

Join a dynamic team focused on delivering high standards of service within a flexible, seven-days-a-week operation. Evening availability for functions is expected, and you will contribute to marketing efforts

Qualifications

• Experience in events or hospitality environment preferred.
• Strong guest service mindset with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• High standard of presentation and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Event Sales Manager with planning, designing and delivering events from conferences to social gatherings.
• Support the full event lifecycle from enquiry to booking and client follow-up.
• Help drive new business, build relationships and contribute to marketing efforts for the venue.
• Collaborate in a fast-paced, team-focused environment to grow venue revenue.

Skills

Event sales

Customer service

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Job description

About Us

The Club Company is a premium collection of golf and country clubs across the UK. We blend golf, fitness, and wellness to offer a complete lifestyle. Our clubs feature championship standard golf courses, fitness facilities, swimming pools, tennis courts, bars, eateries and accommodation. Our locations are what set us apart; beautiful grounds, picturesque views, and space to create that feel-good environment.

About Us

The Club Company is a premium collection of golf and country clubs across the UK. We blend golf, fitness, and wellness to offer a complete lifestyle. Our clubs feature championship standard golf courses, fitness facilities, swimming pools, tennis courts, bars, eateries and accommodation. Our locations are what set us apart; beautiful grounds, picturesque views, and space to create that feel-good environment. Our mission is to be the premier collection of golf and country clubs in the UK, offering members a feel-good experience through health and wellness, golf and more. To us, nothing beats spending time at one of our clubs. We’re hugely proud of our facilities and the experience on offer and continuously strive to maintain the highest levels of service and standards.

We create a feel-good experience through our CARE values:

Caring, we are hosts with heart, helpful and respectful to customers - putting people first.

Ambitious, we are enterprising, fearless to reach the result and innovating - never giving up.

Respectful, we are considerate, establishing the needs of others, working efficiently and caring about high standards - with great attention to detail.

Energised, we are smile seekers, setting a positive tone and enjoying what we do! Happy to be at work and enthusiastic within a feel good environment.

Benefits:

As well as a competitive salary, we offer a range of fantastic benefits designed to support your well-being, career growth, and work-life balance:

• Complimentary access to our health club, group exercise classes, and discounted golf facilities.
• Bonus holiday days to reward long tenure - because we truly value commitment.
• Wedding Day off (conditions apply).
• Birthday Day off (conditions apply).
• A paid Volunteer Day to support causes you're passionate about (available after one year’s service).
• 70% off meals while on duty and 25% off when off-duty.
• 25% off retail.
• 25% off spa treatments (if booked and taken on the day).
• Discounted membership for a friend or family member, so your loved ones can enjoy the benefits too (available after probation and on a minimum 16 hours per week contract).
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering support for any challenges you may face.
• Personal development programs to support growth and for the considerable opportunities in our expanding group.
• Take advantage of our Cycle to Work scheme for a greener commute.
• Exclusive competition opportunities for team members with a golf handicap.
• STREAM, offering financial flexibility.
• Free parking.
• Uniform provided (role dependent).

The Role:

We are seeking a passionate and organised Event Sales Advisor to join our team at The Club Company. In this exciting role, you'll assist the Event Sales Manager with planning, designing and delivering a range of events, from conferences to social gatherings, ensuring the highest standards. You will support the entire event lifecycle, from enquiry to booking, exceeding client expectations. Additionally, you’ll help drive new business, build relationships, generate revenue and contribute to marketing efforts and growth opportunities for the venue. Join us to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while advancing your career in event sales.

Experience & Skills Required:

• Relevant related skills and experience.
• Ability to exemplify exceptional service standards and exceed guest expectations.
• Strong communication skills.
• An excellent standard of presentation is essential.

Schedule:

• We operate a 7-days a week business, between 0600 to 2300
• Shift patterns will vary as per business requirements and encompass all opening hours - weekends and bank holidays
• Evening availability for functions (until 0200)

Embracing You:

We embrace diversity and equality, we are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills and views. Everyone is welcome, as an inclusive workplace, our team are comfortable bringing their authentic whole selves to work. Be yourself - we like it that way!