Event Sales Manager

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; Reading; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in Basingstoke, near Reading, is seeking a motivated Sales Manager to lead their sales team. In this role, you will be responsible for driving revenue through effective selling strategies, overseeing booking processes, and nurturing client relationships while enjoying excellent benefits including a competitive salary and gym membership. Strong leadership and sales experience, particularly in hospitality, are essential for success in this position.

Benefits

Free gym membership

Discounted hotel stays

Support with training & qualifications

Free parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience in event sales, reservations, or a sales executive role.
• Hospitality background preferred but not essential.
• Proven people management and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing all group & event sales and bedroom bookings.
• Maximising revenue opportunities from new and repeat business.
• Coaching and developing the Sales Executive team.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational abilities

Commercial awareness

Job description

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Sales Manager – Lead a High-Performing Sales Team at a 4 Hotel in Basingstoke with Fantastic Perks

Looking for a rewarding Sales Manager role in Basingstoke, near Reading where your leadership drives results and your development is supported every step of the way? This could be your next career move.

Why apply for this Sales Manager role?
Because you’ll enjoy excellent benefits, a supportive working culture, and the chance to lead and grow a motivated sales team:

* £44,000 OTE (up to £42,000 salary + £2,000 bonus)
* Free gym membership
* Discounted hotel stays for you, family & friends
* Support with training & qualifications
* Refer a friend scheme
* Free parking



What you’ll be doing:
As Sales Manager in Basingstoke near Reading, you'll take responsibility for the full reservations and event sales function at this busy 4* hotel. You’ll drive bedroom, meeting, and event revenue through both proactive selling and excellent client relationship management.
Working alongside the Central Events team, you’ll manage two Sales Executives and ensure each enquiry – from weddings to corporate functions – is handled professionally, efficiently and with a personal touch.
The hotel is within easy commuting distance of Reading, Newbury, Winchester, and Farnborough.



Key responsibilities include:

* Overseeing all group & event sales and bedroom bookings
* Maximising revenue opportunities from new and repeat business
* Coaching and developing the Sales Executive team
* Monitoring performance against KPIs and targets
* Building strong internal and external client relationships



What we’re looking for:

* Previous experience in event sales, reservations or a sales executive role
* Hospitality background preferred but not essential
* Proven people management and leadership skills
* Excellent communication and organisational abilities
* Commercially aware and target driven



If you're a Sales Manager ready to take the lead in Basingstoke, near Reading, and thrive in a role that values performance, service and development – we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now – your next career opportunity starts here.

Job Number │ 932371 / INDSOTONMGR

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.