Events & Groups Sales Executive

The Edwardian Manchester, A Radisson Collection Hotel; Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel in Manchester is looking for an Events & Groups Sales Executive to join their dynamic team. You will maximize revenue through selling event spaces and ensuring client satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have experience in a 4- or 5-Star hotel and excellent communication skills. The role offers competitive benefits including complimentary meals, annual stays, and promotional opportunities.

Benefits

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Complimentary meals and beverages

Recommend a Friend Scheme up to £500

Annual complimentary night stays

Preferential accommodation rates

Access to discount platform

Company pension scheme

Regular social events

Annual recognition events

Wellbeing champions

Access to company doctor

Online learning platform

Opportunities for promotion

Qualifications

• Current Meetings and Events Sales experience within a 4- or 5-Star hotel environment.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Ability to generate revenue opportunities including upselling.

Responsibilities

• Achieving maximum revenue through effective selling of event spaces.
• Identifying guest needs and writing accurate proposals.
• Ensuring clients’ needs are met from booking to follow-up.

Skills

Communication skills

Sales ability

Customer service

Technical knowledge of hotel booking systems

Tools

Opera

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Client:

The Edwardian Manchester, A Radisson Collection Hotel

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Join the UK’s most dynamic collection of hotels and restaurants

At Edwardian Hotels London, it’s the people who create unforgettable memories for our guests. We are always looking for hospitality professionals to join our family and bring new ideas to how we can provide the best possible experience. Professionals who understand and believe in our values: having Integrity, being Ambitious, and always Quality-Driven. Talented individuals who want to work alongside likeminded passionate people in a rewarding, fulfilling, and fun environment. We know that your unique talents and ambitions not only have the ability to exceed our guests’ exacting standards, but also propel your own career potential in a company that recognises and rewards.

At Edwardian Hotels London we are committed to being the best place to work, so much so that we have officially been recognised as a Great Place to Work. Our commitment to the wellbeing and development of our people is at the forefront of our culture .

We are currently recruiting for an Events and Groups Sales Executive for our 5-Star hotel The Edwardian Manchester, A Radisson Collection Hotel.

Overview:

• An Amazing opportunity has arisen to join The Edwardian Manchester Events and Groups team as Groups & Events Sales Executive. You will have the opportunity to work within a very dynamic team and outstanding product offering.
• As Groups & Events Sales Executive you will be responsible for achieving maximum revenue through the effective selling of event spaces and other ancillary revenue to customers via the telephone, e-mail, and face to face.
• Responsible for utilizing customer service and sales skills to: identify guest needs, writing accurate proposals which provide the optimal experience for our client’s events while maximizing revenue potential.
• Be the Clients advocate ensuring all their clients’ needs from the initial booking to follow-up service requests prior to, during and after their event are delivered and expectations exceeded.

About You:

• Current Meetings and Events Sales experience within a 4- or 5-Star hotel environment.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Natural tele sales ability including closing skills, tone of voice.
• Ability to effectively listen and position Edwardian Hotels London to meet client needs.
• Be able to generate revenue opportunities including up selling and proactive selling.
• Technical knowledge of hotel booking systems including Opera.

Company Benefits:

28 days Holiday per annum including Bank Holidays increasing with long service

Complimentary hot meals, salad bar and unlimited beverages provided daily

R ecommend a Friend Scheme of up to £500 per friend recommended.

Annual complimentary night stays within our hotels

Preferential accommodation rates for all Edwardian Hotels for Hosts, their family and their friends

Access to a discount platform for all of the most popular stores and outlets

Auto enrolment into our company pension scheme

Regular social events across all hotels

Annual company recognition events held in January each year

Wellbeing champions across all of our hotels

Access to our company doctor for medical appointments and occupational health support

Access for all hosts to our online learning platform Edwardian Academy

Opportunities for promotion and a wide range of training programs to support your development

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.