Sales Manager

Change Hospitality | B Corp; England; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious events venue is seeking a Sales Executive / Sales Manager to drive sales and build client relationships. This hybrid position offers a competitive salary and bonus, allowing you to work in a beautiful historic setting. Candidates should have a strong background in event sales, excellent organizational skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional experiences. Join a supportive team committed to high-quality events.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

Opportunity to work in historic venue

Training and development programs

Qualifications

• Experience in event sales, venue sales, or event planning.
• Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously.
• Track record of hitting sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business and nurture client relationships.
• Prepare proposals and convert leads into bookings.
• Plan events with attention to detail for seamless execution.

Skills

Event sales experience

Organizational skills

Client relationship management

Commercial mindset

Job description

Sales Executive / Sales Manager - Historic Events Venue

£32,000 - £38,000 + Bonus

1 day working from home

London

Are you a proactive sales professional with a passion for events, hospitality, and creating unforgettable experiences? This is an exciting opportunity to join the team at a prestigious, historic venue known for hosting high-profile corporate, private, and social events.

In this dual sales and planning role, you’ll be responsible for generating new business, nurturing client relationships, and ensuring seamless delivery from initial enquiry through to event completion. This is the perfect opportunity for someone who loves combining commercial drive with hands‑on event coordination.

About the Role

• Drive sales across corporate, private, and social event markets.
• Respond to enquiries, create compelling proposals, and convert leads into confirmed bookings.
• Conduct site visits and client meetings, showcasing the venue’s heritage and capabilities.
• Plan and coordinate events with attention to detail, ensuring client expectations are exceeded.
• Manage relationships with clients from initial contact through to post-event follow‑up.
• Work closely with operations, catering, and suppliers to ensure smooth event execution.
• Represent the venue at networking events, showcases, and industry forums.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in event sales, venue sales, hospitality sales, or event planning.
• A commercially minded approach with a track record of hitting or exceeding targets.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple events at different stages.
• A passion for delivering high-quality events in unique or historic settings.
• Ambitious, polished, and comfortable working with corporate and high‑profile clients.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience (Sales Executive or Sales Manager level).
• Performance‑based bonus.
• Hybrid working options.
• Opportunity to work in one of the UK’s most beautiful and historic event spaces.
• Training, development, and a supportive team environment.