Sales and Event Executive

Oak View Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak View Group is seeking a Sales & Events Executive to support the sales team across two Grade II listed venues in Cheam and Ewell. You'll convert enquiries into bookings, deliver outstanding client service, and collaborate with Operations and Culinary teams to ensure seamless event delivery from enquiry to day-of.

With some experience in venue, events, hospitality, or sales, you will bring excellent communication and organisational skills, a customer-focused approach, and a real passion for

Qualifications

• Some experience within venue, events, hospitality, or sales environments.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and client-facing skills.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• An enthusiastic, motivated, and customer-focused approach.
• A genuine passion for hospitality, events, and delivering exceptional service.

Responsibilities

• Respond to new enquiries, qualify leads, and manage client communications.
• Conduct venue show rounds and client meetings, presenting offerings and tailoring packages.
• Prepare proposals, quotations, and contracts, with timely follow-ups.
• Support handover to Operations and Culinary teams; record event details in CRM.
• Attend client planning meetings and advise on event flow and venue options.
• Be present on event days to greet clients and hand over to the Operations Manager.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Client-facing

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Oak View Group is reinventing the way the world comes together.

Driven by a passion to revolutionise the live events industry with dynamic thinking and an unshakeable dedication to those we serve, OVG turns up the volume on what makes life extraordinary.

From inspired development to curated hospitality, from brand innovation to premium for all, OVG is setting new standards and redefining expectations for everyone.

About The Venue

Rhubarb London Events is a leading premium catering and events company, renowned for delivering exceptional food, service, and unforgettable experiences across some of London's most iconic venues. From elegant weddings and corporate functions to large-scale public events, we combine creativity, attention to detail, and operational excellence to bring every occasion to life.

Role Purpose

Are you passionate about weddings, events, and delivering exceptional customer experiences?

We are seeking a Sales & Events Executive to join our sales team, supporting event sales across two beautiful Grade II listed venues in Cheam and Ewell.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop your sales and events career in a dynamic hospitality environment. You'll play a key role in converting enquiries into bookings, delivering outstanding client service, and working closely with our Operations and Culinary teams to ensure seamless event delivery from enquiry through to event day.

What You'll Be Doing

• Responding promptly to new enquiries, qualifying leads, and managing client communications
• Conducting venue show rounds and client meetings, presenting venue offerings and tailoring packages to individual requirements
• Preparing accurate proposals, quotations, and contracts, ensuring timely follow-up to secure bookings
• Supporting the handover process to Operations and Culinary teams, ensuring all relevant event information is accurately recorded within the CRM system
• Attending client planning meetings and providing guidance on event flow and venue offerings
• Being present on event days to welcome clients and facilitate a smooth handover to the Operations Manager

What We're Looking For

• Some experience within venue, events, hospitality, or sales environments
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and client-facing skills
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detailAn enthusiastic, motivated, and customer-focused approach
• A genuine passion for hospitality, events, and delivering exceptional service

Good to Know

Due to the weddings-focused nature of our venues, flexibility will be required for evening and weekend working.

The role involves regular travel between our venues in Cheam and Ewell, so candidates with their own reliable transport will be at an advantage. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle would be beneficial.

We offer a welcoming and supportive working environment, ongoing training and development opportunities, and the chance to build your career within a growing events and hospitality business while working across two stunning heritage venues.

Our Inclusion Commitments

OVG is for everyone. Diversity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Wherever you come from, wherever you are going, we’d love to hear from you.

If you need any additional support or adjustments with your application, let us know and we will work with you to ensure you have everything you need.

Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work

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.