GCE Sales Executive: Drive Groups & Events Revenue

Hilton; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel perks

ESPP discount

Paid parental leave

Caregiving support

Crisis concierge

Mental health resources

Location-based benefits

Job summary

Hilton is seeking a Groups, Conference and Events (GCE) Sales Executive in the United Kingdom to drive GCE bookings and deliver memorable guest experiences. You will convert leads, upsell services, manage the events calendar, and build strong relationships with clients to maximise revenue and repeat business.

You will arrange site visits to showcase spaces and services, ensure smooth handover and administration of events, and participate in hotel promotions to increase visibility for GCE

Responsibilities

• Convert leads into bookings: Respond to and convert incoming group and event enquiries to meet sales targets and maximize revenue
• Drive upselling and conversion: Identify opportunities to upsell services and increase conversion rates through consistent, high-quality sales tactics
• Optimize event scheduling: Manage the events calendar to support optimal yield and space utilization
• Build strong client relationships: Engage with customers to understand their needs, foster loyalty, and generate repeat and expanded business
• Lead impactful site visits: Arrange and conduct hotel show rounds to showcase spaces and services in alignment with client expectations
• Support seamless event execution: Ensure accurate administration and smooth handover of booked events for successful on-property delivery
• Support hotel promotions: Participate in promotional activities to increase visibility and drive GCE business

Job description

Hilton is seeking a Groups, Conference and Events (GCE) Sales Executive in the United Kingdom to drive GCE bookings and deliver memorable guest experiences. You will convert leads, upsell services, manage the events calendar, and build strong relationships with clients to maximise revenue and repeat business.

You will arrange site visits to showcase spaces and services, ensure smooth handover and administration of events, and participate in hotel promotions to increase visibility for GCE