Sales & Events Manager

Vita Student; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays 22 days pro rata

Perkbox access

Royal London Pension

Job summary

Vita Group’s House of Social Food Hall in Manchester City Centre is seeking a Sales & Events Manager who will lead proactive sales and business development to grow our presence locally. You will build relationships with corporate clients, agencies and venues, converting opportunities into bookings while coordinating with reservations and operations teams.

You'll travel across Manchester to network at events, manage private hires and corporate bookings, and drive revenue growth through a strong

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development, sales or events, with a track record of generating new business.
• Confident in outbound sales, networking and building strong client relationships.
• Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly organised with strong pipeline management skills and experience working towards sales targets.
• Commercially aware, self-motivated and able to work independently; Manchester hospitality knowledge is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage a proactive sales pipeline to generate new corporate, event and group bookings.
• Develop relationships with businesses across Manchester through networking and client meetings.
• Convert leads into bookings via venue tours, consistent follow-up and exceptional client engagement.
• Drive revenue growth by meeting sales targets and securing repeat business.
• Represent House of Social at events and build a strong local presence.

Skills

Business development

Outbound sales

Networking

Client relationships

Pipeline management

Organisational skills

Manchester knowledge

Job description

Sales & Events Manager – House of Social Food Hall, Manchester City Centre

Contract: 12 MonthFixed Term Contract, 42.5 hour per week

Salary: £32-34,000 per annum

Working Patterns: Monday - Friday

House of Social Food Hallis Manchester’s newest and most exciting food hall. A collection of five independent kitchens, serving food and drink to suit every taste and time. Our venuespans 12,000 square feetof brand new dining and drinking space. We're looking for a driven, outgoing and commercially minded Sales & Events Manager to help grow House of Social and build our presence across Manchester. We want someone who knows Manchester – or is excited to get to know it – and enjoys getting out there, meeting people, building relationships and turning those relationships into revenue.

From corporate events and Christmas parties to brand activations, celebrations, networking events and long-term business partnerships, you'll be responsible for finding opportunities and converting them into business.

Our Sales & Events Manager

As Sales & Events Manager, you’ll lead proactive sales and business development activity for House of Social, building strong relationships with corporate clients, event bookers, agencies, local businesses, residential partners and organisations across Manchester. Your focus will be on identifying new opportunities and growing a sustainable pipeline of business.

Working closely with our Reservations, Marketing and Operations teams, you’ll ensure every opportunity is turned into an exceptional event that drives repeat business. A key part of the role is being out in the market, meeting prospective clients, attending networking events and developing long-term relationships that support the venue’s growth.

Business Development & Outbound Sales

• Build and manage a proactive sales pipeline to generate new corporate, event and group bookings.

• Develop strong relationships with businesses, organisations and key contacts across Manchester through networking, outreach and client meetings.

• Convert leads into bookings through venue tours, consistent follow-up and exceptional client engagement.

• Drive revenue growth by achieving sales targets, securing repeat business and identifying opportunities during quieter trading periods.

Networking & Partnerships

• Represent House of Social at networking events and build a strong presence within Manchester’s business and hospitality community.

• Develop relationships with corporate decision-makers, event bookers, agencies, organisers, and local businesses to drive commercial opportunities.

• Identify and create partnerships, collaborations, and cross-promotional activities that increase engagement and brand awareness.

• Host prospective clients, build a valuable professional network, and create opportunities for businesses to engage with House of Social beyond event bookings.

Events & Private Hire

• Manage the full sales journey, from generating enquiries and understanding client requirements to securing confirmed bookings.

• Deliver exceptional client experiences through venue tours, tailored proposals and effective upselling opportunities.

• Build strong relationships with clients throughout the planning process, ensuring a seamless handover to Reservations and Operations teams.

• Drive repeat business and referrals by following up after events and maintaining long‑term client relationships.

Sales Pipeline & Reporting

• Maintain an organised sales pipeline, accurately tracking leads, opportunities, revenue and conversion performance.

• Monitor and report on key sales metrics, including outbound activity, client meetings, venue tours, proposals and confirmed bookings.

• Analyse business performance, identifying trends, lost opportunities, repeat business and areas for growth.

• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop new partnerships, maximise future opportunities and drive commercial success.

Who We’re Looking For….

We're open to candidates from hospitality, events, sales, business development, recruitment, property, memberships or other relationship‑led commercial backgrounds. More important than a specific job title is that you're confident creating opportunities and turning relationships into business.

Professional Experience

• Proven experience in business development, sales or events, with a track record of generating new business.

• Confident in outbound sales, networking and building strong client relationships.

• Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills.

• Highly organised with strong pipeline management skills and experience working towards sales targets.

• Commercially aware, self‑motivated and able to work independently; hospitality, events or Manchester market knowledge is advantageous.

Personal Characteristics

• Relationship‑Oriented – Builds strong, credible relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders and thrives in people‑focused environments.

• Proactive – Takes initiative to identify and pursue opportunities, consistently driving activity and results.

• Commercially Minded – Understands how strategic relationships contribute to business growth and commercial success.

• Well‑Connected – Possesses an established professional network or demonstrates the ability to quickly develop one across Manchester.

• Resilient and Tenacious – Maintains momentum, follows through on opportunities, and is committed to delivering outcomes.

• Commercially Creative – Identifies innovative partnership, collaboration, and revenue‑generating opportunities.

• Highly Organised – Demonstrates strong planning, prioritisation, and pipeline management skills to maximise effectiveness.

• Hospitality‑Focused – Appreciates the importance of exceptional customer experiences and understands how to translate them into compelling commercial propositions.

Why work for us…….

Our employees have the pride of working at our luxury venues, which offer the highest standard of hospitality across the UK. We reward the commitment and dedication of our people by providing the following benefits:

Holidays – 22 days paid holiday, rising each year up to 25 days (pro rata)

Bank Holidays – 8 paid holidays (England & Wales Bank Holidays) (pro rata)

Perkbox – All employees are given access to a Perkbox account, enabling them to choose lifestyle perks that matter by giving points to spend on a wide range of products, services & experiences, such as; cinema tickets, supermarket savings, discounted days out, a daily coffee or a summer holiday – there’s something to suit everyone!

Royal London Pension – We care about our people and their future. Vita Group contribute a financial value of 3% of salary to your pension pot in addition to 5% employee contribution to help prepare for the future.

Parties & Events – We expect high standards from our people and like to reward demanding work by hosting parties and events each year, encouraging colleagues to let their hair down, have a great time and celebrate success together.

Recognition Programmes – We recognise and celebrate our people via numerous recognition schemes, such as employee of the month vouchers, community champion, experience awards, golden buzzer awards, work anniversaries etc.

Career Development – Whether your Vita career is a medium or long‑term venture; we onboard all employees by means of a thorough induction and learning & development programme, delivering professional progression via our Bronze, Silver, Gold & Platinum training & recognition schemes.

24/7 Employee Assistance – The wellbeing of our colleagues is of vital importance to Vita Group. All employees have access to a confidential service; offering support and guidance for personal or work‑related issues that may be impacting wellbeing.

Important

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer Right to Work Sponsorship. Therefore, if you do require a company to sponsor your Right to Work in the UK, we will not be able to progress your application further.

All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks which will include Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks.