Wedding & Events Sales Manager

De Vere; Wotton-under-Edge; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Join De Vere as a Wedding & Events Sales Manager at Tortworth Court, where you'll create unforgettable experiences for weddings and events. In this full-time role, collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure every detail is perfect, from initial inquiries to the day of the event. Your expertise and passion for events will be essential in making couples' dreams come true, alongside comprehensive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Free meals on duty

Use of Leisure Club facilities

Extra paid day off for your birthday

Annual complimentary stay with dinner

Employee discounts at De Vere properties

31 days holiday annually

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar position within a 4-star hotel or events venue.
• Passionate about events and delivering memorable experiences.
• Ability to forge strong working relationships with colleagues and guests.

Responsibilities

• Conduct show rounds and showcase the venue to clients.
• Plan events and communicate requirements to operational teams.
• Work closely with the Wedding & Events team to deliver exceptional service.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Event management

Customer service focus

IT software proficiency

Tools

Opera software

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14.07.2025

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Job Description:

Wedding & Events Sales Manager

Ready to create magical weddings and events that leave lasting memories?

Join us at De Vere Tortworth Court in this pivotal role that brings weddings and special events to life!

As a Wedding & Events Sales Manager you'll be at the heart of our hotel, turning initial enquiries into unforgettable experiences. Prepare to shine as you conduct captivating show rounds, showcasing our venue to the local wedding market. From start to finish, you'll be involved in planning our guest’s events up to the day, effectively communicating their requirements to our operational team who will then run the event on the day.

You'll work closely with our passionate and experienced Wedding & Events team, which includes a Senior Events Coordinator and two dedicated Events Coordinators. Together, you'll collaborate to bring each event to life, share ideas, and support one another in delivering exceptional service with a personal touch.

This is a full-time role that involves working a variety of shifts including 8:00am-16:30pm / 9:00am-17:30pm / 09.30am-18:00pm / 11:30am-20:00pm. Weekend working is shared between the team and we aim for the team to work every other weekend, although flexibility is required to cover holidays.

Your skills and experience:
• You will ideally have previous experience in a similar position, preferably within a 4-star quality hotel or events venue
• You are passionate about events and prepared to put your heart and soul in to delivering memorable experiences for our guests
• You forge strong working relationships and create genuine connections with colleagues and our valued guests through your excellent communication skills.
• You are confident using IT software - familiarity with Opera software would be beneficial but is not essential as training can be provided
• Most of all, you will share our values such as being graciously warm, demonstrating a genuine approach, anticipating guest needs and ensuring every detail is considered

Join De Vere where your creativity and expertise as aWedding & Events Sales Manager will be valued, allowing you to make a significant impact on couples' most important day.

The Pay & Benefits:

At De Vere we pay attention to the thoughtful details that inspire the loyalty of our permanent colleagues. That’s why we are proud to offer the following benefits for the role ofWedding & Events Sales Manager.

• £32,631 per year, plus service charge and departmental KPI bonuses
• Free meals on duty in our colleague dining facilities
• Stay in shape with complimentary use of the Leisure Club facilities saving you money on costly gym memberships
• We believe in celebrating your special moments too, which is why we offer an extra paid day off for your birthday, along with a £20 love to shop voucher.
• As a token of our gratitude for your loyalty, we'll treat you to an annual complimentary 2-night stay with dinner in a De Vere property of your choice, plus additional monetary rewards for reaching long service milestones
• Discover exclusive perks with our £50 colleague rates for overnight stays at De Vere properties, accompanied by a fantastic 50% discount on Food & Beverage.
• 31 days holiday each year (increasing annually up to 33 days)
• Venue closure over the Christmas period allowing you time off to enjoy the festive season
• Explore our Exclusively Yours Benefits portal, unlocking hundreds of discounts on retail, travel, and leisure activities.
• We are committed to your growth and offer excellent career progression opportunities, including access to our Apprenticeship programmes and study support.
• Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Programme, Hospitality Action, providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including free counselling.
• Experience the flexibility and convenience of Wagestream, our financial wellbeing platform, granting you instant access to your pay when you need it.
• We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our monthly colleague recognition programme, You Are De Vere, culminating in an exciting annual colleague recognition event.
• Join a supportive team that knows how to have fun with regular team appreciation events, including memorable Christmas and Summer parties.
• Gain peace of mind with our Company Life Assurance scheme, ensuring financial security for your loved ones.