Sales Manager - Christmas temp

Nightcap Plc; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment company is looking for a Sales Manager to drive festive sales and manage corporate bookings. You will convert party enquiries into confirmed bookings, prepare tailored proposals, and provide exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate has sales or events management experience and thrives during the busy holiday season. This role offers a competitive salary plus bonuses and various employee benefits.

Benefits

£30 - 35,000 plus Bonus

50% discount on food and drink

Deals with partner businesses

Early access to pay via Wagestream

Employee Assistance Program

Training & development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales or events management.
• Confident and resilient personality.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Convert party and event enquiries into confirmed bookings.
• Prepare tailored proposals for corporate clients.
• Provide exceptional customer service to drive repeat business.

Skills

Sales experience

Event management

Customer service

Communication skills

Target-driven

Job description

Overview

Cardiff, Manchester, Birmingham or Bristol

Temporary (rolling basis – Christmas season)

At Nightcap, we don’t just host parties – we create nights people talk about long after the last cocktail. With Christmas around the corner, we’re gearing up for our busiest and most exciting time of year – and we’re looking for a Sales Manager to take the lead on festive sales, corporate bookings, and unforgettable events.

This is your chance to own the Christmas calendar, drive sales with confidence, and make sure every celebration sparkles.

What’s in it for you?

• £30 - 35,000 plus Bonus
• An amazing 50% discount on food and drink across all our venues
• Deals & discounts with a wide range of partner businesses through our discount portal
• Early access to pay via Wagestream
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – covering mental health, well-being, finance and more
• Training & development opportunities – we’re invested in your success
• A fun, vibrant, and high-energy team – especially during Christmas party season!

Your Key Responsibilities

• Converting a high volume of Christmas party and event enquiries into confirmed bookings.
• Preparing tailored, engaging proposals for corporate clients and party organisers.
• Hosting venue site visits that bring the Nightcap festive experience to life.
• Building and nurturing relationships with businesses, agencies, and key accounts.
• Upselling drinks packages, entertainment, and festive add-ons to maximise revenue.
• Coordinating with internal teams to ensure smooth planning and delivery of events.
• Providing exceptional customer service that drives repeat business into the new year.
• Acting as an ambassador for Nightcap – bringing energy, professionalism, and Christmas cheer to every interaction.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in sales or events management.
• A confident, resilient, and target-driven personality.
• Organised and able to thrive in the fast-paced festive period.
• Someone who loves nightlife, cocktails, and creating unforgettable party experiences.
• A natural people-person who can juggle multiple clients while keeping every one of them feeling valued.