Event Sales Executive

Delaware North at London Stadium - Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company located in Stratford-upon-Avon is seeking a full-time Event Sales Executive. The role involves managing sales and coordinating events at the London Stadium, engaging with clients, and ensuring all events exceed expectations. Ideal candidates are sales-driven with experience in event management. Competitive pay and numerous benefits are offered, including a generous holiday allowance and a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

33-day holiday allowance

Favourable pension contributions

Experience in a dynamic workplace

Qualifications

• Experience managing sales and coordinating events.
• Proactive engagement with clients.
• Ability to produce accurate contracts and invoices.

Responsibilities

• Manage sales and enquiries for client events.
• Conduct venue show-rounds for clients.
• Ensure accurate event information to maximise sales.
• Attend weekly team meetings to discuss sales activity.
• Produce contracts and pre-payment invoices.

Skills

Sales-driven

Client relationship management

Event coordination

Strong communication skills

Job description

The opportunity

Delaware North UK is hiring a full-time Event Sales Executive to join our team at the exciting London Stadium in Stratford, East London. Working in iconic locations like this, there are endless opportunities to thrive. As a Business Account Manager for event sales, you will be managing sales and coordinating meetings and events at London Stadium, from initial enquiries to contracting client events. If you are the determined, focussed, and sales-driven Event Sales Manager we are looking for, ready to learn and grow in your career, and looking to be part of a successful team propelling business growth, take a shot at your new job with us. Apply to join our collaborative team in this fantastic atmosphere and kick off your new career.

Pay

The expected pay for this role is Competitive

What we offer

Lofty goals? We have them too. At Delaware North UK, we like a challenge, and talent and hard work are rewarded. Here, you’ll find yourself working at the coolest venues with some of the best team members. We’re looking to create the future of hospitality, so if you’re ready to take the next step, score your next career goal with us and see why Delaware North is your best move yet. As our team member, you’ll receive:

• A generous 33-day holiday allowance (including bank holidays)
• Favourable pension contributions
• Experience in a dynamic workplace with our most exciting year ahead hosting major sporting events and concerts in 2025, including West Ham United in Premier League football, UK Athletics Meet, Sam Fender, East London musical icons Iron Maiden taking the stage, and more!

Help us delight the world by applying today.

What will you do?

• Manage sales and enquiries for external client events and all non-matchday business, and proactively engage with both new and previous clients to encourage innovative events and discover other possible opportunities
• Conduct venue show-rounds to ensure accurate and best representation of our facilities and offerings, guiding clients to maximise sales conversion and ensure a successful event
• Ensure event information is detailed accurately to maximise sales opportunity and revenue, proactively up-selling food, beverages, and other items, exceeding sales targets while supporting excellent guest experiences
• Attend weekly team meetings to discuss pipeline and activity, contributing to the annual sales and marketing plan
• Produce accurate and timely contracts and pre-payment invoices

Source: Hospitality Online