Sales And Event Manager

Compass Group; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks an experienced Sales and Events Manager to oversee venue hire and event sales in a renowned cultural institution. Responsibilities include managing the sales cycle, maximizing revenue, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences. The role offers career progression, training, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Staff meals on duty

Contributory pension scheme

Access to training and development

Exclusive travel discounts

Qualifications

• Proven background in event sales and delivery within a premium venue.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve and exceed sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full sales cycle for private and corporate events.
• Maximise revenue across a range of event types.
• Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Client Management

Organizational Skills

Sales Target Achievement

Job description

Sales and Events Manager

At Restaurant Associates, we are proud to be the catering and events partner for the world's leading museum devoted to contemporary design in every form. We deliver exceptional hospitality experiences in one of London's most inspiring cultural spaces, where creativity, innovation, and design come to life. From high-profile corporate receptions to bespoke private dinners, our events reflect the elegance and energy of this iconic venue.

The Role
We are seeking an experienced and driven Sales and Events Manager to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to lead on all aspects of venue hire and event sales within a world-renowned cultural institution. You will be responsible for growing our events business, converting enquiries into bookings, and overseeing seamless delivery in collaboration with our catering and operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full sales cycle for private and corporate events, from initial enquiry through to post-event follow-up.

• Maximise revenue across a range of event types including receptions, dinners, product launches, conferences and brand activations.

• Build strong relationships with clients, event agencies, and internal museum stakeholders.

• Conduct site visits and client meetings to showcase the museum's event spaces and bespoke catering offer.

• Coordinate event planning with our culinary and service teams to ensure outstanding guest experiences.

• Support the marketing of the venue through proactive sales strategies, promotional events, and industry networking.

• Ensure compliance with all health and safety, licensing, and museum policies.

About You

• Proven background in event sales and delivery, ideally within a premium venue, caterer, or cultural institution.

• A confident communicator with strong interpersonal and client management skills.

• Demonstrated ability to achieve and exceed sales targets.

• Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple bookings and timelines.

• A passion for food, hospitality, and delivering unforgettable events.

• Professional, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• A rare opportunity to work within the inspiring setting

• A supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression.

• Access to training and development through our company and venue partners.

• Staff meals on duty, company benefits, and access to museum events and exhibitions

• Contributory pension scheme

• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits

• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more

About Us

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together.Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!