Sales & Event Manager

Live Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading events management firm in London seeks an experienced Sales & Event Manager to join their creative team. You will be responsible for converting enquiries into confirmed events and managing the entire process from conception to delivery. Ideal candidates have a proven track record in luxury event management and client relations. This role offers hybrid working, benefits, and opportunities for development.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Commission opportunities

Development scope

Qualifications

• Proven experience in delivering luxury corporate events.
• Ability to convert enquiries into confirmed projects.
• Experience managing events from concept to onsite delivery.

Responsibilities

• Convert incoming enquiries into confirmed briefs.
• Develop creative responses to briefs.
• Prepare proposals and pitch for projects.
• Manage relationships with clients and suppliers.
• Coordinate event logistics and deliver on-site.

Skills

Sales conversion

Client relationship management

Event management

Creative concept development

Job description

Hybrid working - 3 days in office A unique opportunity for an experienced Sales & Event Manager to join a creative team converting and delivering extraordinary corporate and private events for high profile clients!

Benefits include:

• Hybrid working - 3 days in office
• Additional earning opportunities through commission
• Fantastic portfolio of projects & clients
• Excellent scope for development

The Company

An expert team who create innovative and exceptional event experiences for a broad portfolio of high calibre clients including high net worth individuals and luxury brands. With in-house skill sets that cover everything from content creation and theming through to full production and onsite delivery, each event is bespoke and delivered to the highest of standards. Their passionate and collaborative team are always striving for perfection and thrive off the unforgettable experiences they deliver.

Due to ongoing growth and success, they are now looking for a Sales & Event Manager to join their thriving team. This is a truly unique opportunity with the chance to deliver some incredible events.

The Role

As Sales & Event Manager this role is varied and will be responsible for the conversion of enquiries, overall creation and delivery of a broad portfolio of events. The Sales & Event Manager duties include:

• Converting incoming enquiries into confirmed briefs
• Interpreting briefs and developing creative responses
• Proposal preparation & pitching to win projects
• Building and managing client relationships
• Event design, theming & mood-boarding
• Managing private and corporate events end to end
• Coordinating suppliers including catering, florists, etc.
• Advising on technical solutions and working closely with the warehouse team
• Managing the install and delivery of events onsite
• Preparing and managing budgets

The Candidate

The ideal candidate will come from an established Sales & Event Manager role ideally from within an environment where they are delivering a portfolio of luxury events for corporate and/or HNWI clients. Individuals must have a proven experience in reactive sales showcasing the ability to convert a brief enquiry into a confirmed project. Candidates must also be able to manage the event from the creative concept development phase through to onsite install.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, embracing diversity across all intersecting dimensions. We are dedicated to ensuring a supportive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations for any reason, please do not hesitate to let us know.