Groups & Events Sales Executive

Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Groups & Events Sales Executive to join their vibrant team. In this engaging role, you will be responsible for converting inquiries into memorable events while collaborating closely with the Event Planning team. Your ability to build relationships and thrive in a fast-paced environment will be key to achieving financial targets and enhancing guest experiences. This is an exciting opportunity to grow within a renowned hotel brand that values diversity and inclusion, offering you a clear career path and numerous perks. If you are passionate about hospitality and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

12 complimentary nights a year

Discounted hotel stays

Free meals on duty

50% discount on food and beverages

Complimentary business attire laundering

Headspace membership

Continuous learning and development opportunities

Sales Incentive Plan (Bonus)

Qualifications

• Pro-active and outgoing individual with strong people skills.
• Previous experience in a Sales role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Convert incoming enquiries to meet financial quotas.
• Collaborate with the Event Planning team for group bookings.
• Conduct site inspections and maintain positive client interactions.

Skills

People Skills

Sales Skills

Relationship Building

Communication Skills

Dynamic Teamwork

Education

Eligibility to work in the United Kingdom

Job description

Groups & Events Sales Executive - Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars

Just some of the benefits you will enjoy as a Groups & Events Sales Executive:

• 12 complimentary nights a year across Hyatt Hotels worldwide
• Discounted hotel stays across Hyatt for you, your family, and friends from the day you start!
• Free meals on duty
• 50% discount on food and beverages when you dine as a guest at selected Hyatt Hotels
• Business attire laundered complimentary
• Headspace membership and access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Continuous learning and development opportunities to provide you with a clear career path as well as job promotion opportunities across Hyatt Hotels worldwide
• Eligible for the Sales Incentive Plan (Bonus)

What you will do as a Groups & Events Sales Executive:

• Receive and convert incoming enquiries to ensure they meet financial quotas and exceed total revenue goals.
• Work with the MICE & Groups Sales Manager to set clear strategies and goals to enhance account performance and achieve annual budgeted targets.
• Collaborate with the Event Planning team to create memorable, well-executed, and sophisticated group bookings and events for a wide range of clientele aimed at creating repeat guests.
• Ensure all customers are responded to quickly and efficiently within agreed guidelines and fully qualify leads to create tailored proposals.
• Maintain positive guest and colleague interactions with good working relationships.
• Conduct site inspections and meet with clients to discuss their requirements (entertaining of clients may be required in the evenings and weekends).
• Conduct regular Competitor Analysis and maintain a good working knowledge of the marketplace, trends, opportunities, and pricing.
• Work closely with Hyatt Sales Force to ensure they understand the strategic direction of the hotel and deliver the required level of support to help develop and retain national and international accounts.

Qualifications:

• Pro-active, confident, ambitious, and outgoing person with great people skills.
• Ability to build relationships easily.
• Excellent language and written skills in English.
• Eligibility to work in the United Kingdom.
• Thrives in the buzz of working in a dynamic team and in a great hotel.
• Eager to learn and grow.
• Previous experience in a Sales role is preferred.

About Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars:

Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars is located directly outside Blackfriars station, a few minutes away from Bank and is a short stroll from St. Paul’s Cathedral, the Tate Modern, and South Bank. The Grade II-listed five-star hotel is steeped in regal history, residing on the former grounds of King Henry VIII's Bridewell Palace. The hotel offers 205 stylish guest rooms and suites, 4 meeting spaces, 2 restaurants, and 1 signature bar.

At Hyatt, ‘We care for people so they can be their best’. This is demonstrated in our values of Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion, Experimentation, and Wellbeing. Joining us means you will be part of the ever-growing Hyatt family which has 1250 hotels in over 76 countries and is recognized as a Great Place to Work Company!

Being part of Hyatt means always having space to be you. We are passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our global teams are a mosaic of cultures, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities, and identities.

Join a team that is making travel more human, connected, and sustainable. Here, everyone's role matters. Opportunities are yours to shape. Your individuality is celebrated. At the heart of Hyatt is our shared belief that hospitality is more than just a job – it’s a career for people who care.

Next steps: Apply today for this Groups & Events Sales Executive role and start your journey with Hyatt Hotels.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Sales and Business Development
• Industries: Hospitality