Account Executive jobs in United Kingdom

Are you a passionate and driven sales and events professional with experience managing social and corporate events? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment? If so, Compass Group UK&I has the perfect opportunity for you!

We're looking for an Events Sales Executive to work with us in a stunning venue contract.

Location: London - Zone 1

Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 per annum depending on experience plus performance based bonus

Working Pattern: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday

To drive venue sales and convert opportunities across corporate and private markets, then take each booking through a smooth handover into planning. It is a fast-paced, people-first role where hosting great show rounds, shaping proposals and delivering exceptional service are key.

• Manage and convert inbound enquiries to confirmed business against personal and group targets
• Lead confident show rounds and build proposals that showcase spaces, menus and service
• Negotiate, prepare quotes and contracts, raise invoices and track deposits
• Maintain accurate CRM records and sales pipelines, sharing clear runsheets and handovers to operations
• Nurture relationships with agents, corporates and partners to drive repeat business
• Support light marketing activity for sales growth such as third-party listings, content requests and asset gathering from events

• 1+ years in venue or hotel event sales with a track record of conversion
• A hospitality mindset with natural warmth and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication, confident negotiation and follow through
• Excellent organisation across multiple enquiries and deadlines
• Confident IT and systems skills
• Flexibility to host show rounds and support key events when required, including some evenings and weekends

• Be part of the market leader in contract catering
• Work in a supportive, inclusive environment that values innovation and collaboration
• Excellent career progression opportunities across our diverse business sectors
• Access to a range of employee benefits including bonus schemes, car allowance, pension and Learning & Development programs

• Primarily Monday to Friday, daytime schedule - enjoy your evenings and weekends!
• Free meals on duty made by your own team.
• Pension scheme, life assurance, and financial wellbeing resources.
• Discounts on travel, shopping, entertainment & more via our Perks at Work platform.
• Recognition schemes - from Be a Star Awards to Long Service milestones.
• Training, development, and career pathways across Compass Group UK&I.
• A culture where you're valued, supported, and free to be yourself.