Event Sales Manager

COREcruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is hiring a Senior Recruitment Consultant specializing in Venues and Events. You will handle incoming enquiries, build relationships, and implement sales strategies to drive business growth. The ideal candidate has a proven sales record in corporate events, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach. This role is based in the Cotswolds, focusing on a high-end hospitality environment and offers competitive compensation based on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales within corporate events.
• Experience in high-end hospitality is preferred.
• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage incoming event enquiries promptly and professionally.
• Build strong internal and external relationships.
• Implement proactive sales strategies to drive new business.
• Create bespoke proposals based on client briefs.
• Upsell to maximize event profitability.
• Stay updated on market trends.

Skills

Exceeding sales targets

Corporate events experience

Excellent communication

Customer relationship management

Strong industry network

Proactive approach

Job description

Senior Recruitment Consultant - Venues & Events @ COREcruitment Ltd 🍏

We are working with a stunning venue in the Cotswolds who host an array of events from corporate dinners and away days to weddings and private parties. We are looking for an experienced Event Sales Manager to join the team responsible for converting all incoming enquiries, as well as proactively driving sales and supporting the growth of the department.

This range is provided by COREcruitment Ltd. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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Key Responsibilities:

• Deal with all incoming event enquiries in a timely and professional manner
• Develop and maintain strong internal and external relationships
• Create and implement proactive sales strategy to drive new business
• Liaise with clients on their event briefs and create bespoke proposals
• Upsell where possible to ensure maximum profitability of the event
• Stay fully updated on market trends and conditions

Skills and Experience:

• A proven track record of exceeding sales targets from a corporate events background
• Experience in a similar role within high-end hospitality
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
• Customer relationship management
• Strong network within the industry
• Positive and proactive approach

Locations: Stroud, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom