Meeting and Events Sales Co-ordinator - Manchester

Hotel Football; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in Manchester is seeking a Meetings & Events Sales Co-Ordinator to join their team. This full-time position involves building client relationships, managing event logistics, and identifying sales opportunities. Ideal candidates will have experience in hospitality sales and excellent communication skills. The role offers attractive benefits including discounts, a pension scheme, and more.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Food & Beverage Discounts

Employee Discount Rates

Gym Membership Discounts

Refer a Friend Scheme

Long Service Incentives

Meals on Duty

Qualifications

• Previous experience in hospitality or conference and events sales coordination is essential.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise with clients and colleagues at all levels.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills with a keen eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs.
• Manage event details using Opera and other PMS systems.
• Identify and capitalise on opportunities to increase sales.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Customer Focus

Proactive

Tools

Opera PMS

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Meetings & Events Sales Co-Ordinator to join our fabulous Meetings & Events Sales team. This role is full time and fixed term.

Responsibilities

• Client Relationship Management: Build strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions.
• Event Coordination: Manage event details using Opera and other PMS systems, ensuring maximum yield and seamless execution.
• Up-Selling: Identify and capitalise on opportunities to increase sales and conversion rates.
• Site Visits: Conduct site visits to showcase venue features and advantages over competitors.
• Post-Event Follow-Up: Conduct post-event calls to ensure client satisfaction and secure repeat business.
• Support & Reporting: Assist the Meetings & Events Sales Manager with reporting and other tasks as required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in hospitality or conference and events sales coordination is essential.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise with clients and colleagues at all levels.
• Organisational Skills: Strong organisational and administrative skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in IT, with experience using Opera and other PMS systems.
• Customer Focused: A commitment to delivering a high level of customer service.
• Proactive: Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and proactively manage your time and responsibilities.

Overview (continued)

Launched in 2015, Hotel Football is a hotel which has something for everyone, from football fanatics and families, to corporate guests and foodies. With views over Old Trafford, Hotel Football offers a winning medley of contemporary design, excellent facilities and event spaces, all designed to take the experience to the next level. The culture of Hotel Football is what truly sets it apart from other hotels. We believe in a world-class, welcoming service, where guests can relax as if they were at home, while still receiving top class treatment from our team.

Benefits

• Pension Scheme: Gear up for the future with our pension scheme that ensures your financial stability.
• Heroic Employee Assistance Programme: We care about your well-being, which is why we offer an Employee Assistance Programme to provide support and guidance when life throws its curveballs.
• Fantastic Food & Beverage Discounts: Enjoy discounts at our partnered restaurants and bars.
• Mind-Blowing Employee Discount Rates: Exclusive access to unbeatable travel discounts for you and your loved ones.
• Perks Galore with Reward Gateway: A range of perks and discounts on entertainment, fitness, shopping, and more.
• Gym Membership Discounts: Exclusive savings for gym membership.
• Refer a Friend Scheme: Bonuses for every new recruit you refer.
• Long Service Incentives: Rewards and recognition for loyal service over the years.
• Meals on Duty: Free meals on duty.