Sales and events executive

Urban Pubs & Bars Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in London is seeking a Sales & Events Executive. This role involves maximizing sales, driving bookings, and maintaining a client database. Ideal candidates should have over a year of experience in venue sales, strong communication skills, and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office. The position offers an hourly salary of £14–£15 with benefits including holiday, discounts, and performance incentives.

Benefits

21-22 days holiday + bank holidays and your birthday off

Discounted food & drinks in over 40 venues

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a sales & events position within the hospitality industry.
• Minimum 1 year experience in venue sales & events.
• Advanced knowledge of English required.

Responsibilities

• Maximise pre-booked sales for the venue(s).
• Drive corporate and consumer bookings.
• Build, maintain and grow a relevant client database.
• Liaise with Sales & Marketing on in-house events.
• Attend networking events to create brand exposure.

Skills

Great communication skills – verbal and written

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Previous experience in a sales & events position

Experience in venue sales & events

Advanced English language skills

Job description

Overview

Urban Pubs and Bars are looking for an amazing Sales & Events Executive to join our team in the City of London. If you are positive and proactive, self-motivated and enthusiastic, we want to hear from you.

The Role

• Maximise pre-booked sales for the venue(s), working to predetermined targets.
• Drive corporate and consumer bookings.
• Build, maintain and grow a relevant client database.
• Liaise with Sales & Marketing on in-house events, activations, and other marketing activity.
• Attend relevant networking events, exhibitions and events to create brand exposure and make new connections.

Experience & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a sales & events position within the hospitality industry.
• Minimum 1 year experience in venue sales & events.
• Great communication skills – verbal and written.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office; Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Languages: English – Advanced.
• Employment: Full-time.
• Schedule: Monday - Friday 10-6.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £14 – £15 hourly.
• Benefits: Bonus.
• 21-22 days holiday + bank holidays and your birthday off (as listed).
• Discounted food & drinks in over 40 venues.
• Company awards and incentive for performance and length of service.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Company mentoring benefits.

About Urban Pubs & Bars

Urban Pubs & Bars was founded in 2014 by Nick Pring and Malcolm Heap and has since expanded to an estate of over 40 pubs, bars and restaurants across London. In 2018 Urban Pubs & Bars was ranked number 28 in the Sunday Times Virgin Atlantic Fast Track 100 list, recognising Britain's private companies with the fastest-growing sales. The Company was then nominated for 2 Publican Awards in 2023/25.

About Us – Additional Details

Experience: Required
Languages: English – Advanced
Employment: Full-time
Schedule: Monday - Friday 10-6
Salary: £14 – £15 hourly
Benefits: Bonus

Our ethos focuses on acquiring the best sites in the right locations and recruiting exceptional operators who are as passionate about food and drink as we are. Winners of the Best Managed Pub Company 2021, 2023 and nominated again in 2024