Sales Executive

Arena Racing Company; Lingfield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment and sports company in Lingfield is seeking a passionate Sales Executive to drive sales in the South of England and Wales. This role involves upselling and managing client relationships while providing exceptional service. Candidates should have experience in sales or customer service and be comfortable using Microsoft Office. The company values diversity and offers numerous perks to its employees.

Benefits

Free annual passes to all venues

Discounted food and days out

Cycle-to-work scheme

Study assistance schemes

Company life assurance

Discretionary bonuses

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Experience in sales or customer service.
• Comfortable working in an office and proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Energetic, personable, and ready to help.

Responsibilities

• Respond quickly and professionally to enquiries.
• Upsell and cross-sell to maximise revenue.
• Match client needs to the perfect experience.
• Prepare contracts and manage bookings within pricing guidelines.
• Work closely with the senior team to help drive sales.
• Hand over bookings to our delivery teams smoothly.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer service

Microsoft Office proficiency

Personable demeanor

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Sales Executive to join our team!

Arena Racing Company does so much more than lead the UK’s largest horse racing group. We have 21 racing venues showcasing horse racing, greyhound racing, golf courses, hotels and events. In short, leisure, entertainment, media production and global distribution are at the heart of what we do, making it an exciting and diverse place to work!

Our success is a team effort which is why we offer great opportunities for growth, development and career progression. After all, it’s our employees that enable us to offer first class service and create an electric atmosphere, all within an industry we love.

What is ARC? We embrace diversity. We develop our people. We care for our visitors. We think about our impact. We are proud of our sport

Role Context

Role overview: At ARC, we are all about creating unforgettable experiences for our visitors. We value diversity, celebrate our people, and offer perks including: free annual passes to all 21 venues, discounted food and days out, cycle-to-work and study assistance schemes, company life assurance, discretionary bonuses, and plenty of opportunities to develop and grow your career.

We are looking for a Sales Executive to join our regional commercial team based at Lingfield Park. You will help drive sales across the South of England and Wales, converting enquiries, upselling, managing accounts, and building strong client relationships. This role also involves occasional sales to new clients and some travel between venues.

Responsibilities

• Respond quickly and professionally to enquiries.
• Upsell and cross-sell to maximise revenue.
• Match client needs to the perfect experience.
• Prepare contracts and manage bookings within pricing guidelines.
• Work closely with the senior team to help drive sales and commercial growth.
• Hand over bookings to our delivery teams smoothly, maintaining clear communication.

Qualifications

• Experience in sales or customer service.
• Comfortable working in an office and proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook).
• GCSEs or equivalent in Maths and English.
• Energetic, personable, and ready to help.

Closing & Diversity Commitment

We are on a thrilling journey. So, to join us at our next destination, be part of a winning team and to learn more about our company and this exciting opportunity apply today.

At ARC, we believe that a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace makes us a more relevant, more competitive, and more resilient company. We welcome people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable adjustments, please let us know; we will ensure that individuals with additional needs are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions.

We understand the value that diversity brings to our business and we are striving to create a working environment that is inclusive, psychologically and physically safe and ensures everyone can be heard and valued for their contributions. We are committed to making a consistent, top-down effort to be role models on what diversity, inclusion and belonging means in society.