Manager Sales jobs in United Kingdom

Conferences & Events Sales Coordinator – Novotel London Greenwich, UK

• Respond to event enquiries efficiently and professionally, preparing proposals, contracts, and event function sheets.
• Maintain accurate records, manage bookings, and update systems in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure seamless event delivery and planning.
• Actively listen to clients to fully understand their requirements, ensuring communication between all relevant departments.
• Support the delivery of all services for bookings in line with budgets, incentives, and objectives.
• Coordinate event planning, liaising with departments to confirm all preparations, dietary requirements, and guest numbers, acting quickly to resolve any issues.
• Meet clients on the day of their event to ensure a smooth experience.
• Complete proposals, invoices, event orders, and administrative tasks to ensure timely execution of all planned events.
• Use effective time‑management strategies to meet weekly deadlines.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate clients, travel agents, and event planners.
• Participate in site inspections, client meetings, and familiarisation trips.
• Respond promptly to all enquiries and provide timely follow‑up to secure bookings.
• Support account management from initial inquiry through to negotiation, contracting, and upselling, collaborating with the Sales and Events team to cross‑sell hotel services.
• Monitor availability and work in alignment with revenue management strategies; support forecasting efforts and reporting on business trends and performance.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of local market, competitor activity, and pricing strategies.
• Negotiate with third‑party vendors to secure the most favourable terms.
• Evaluate the success of special events and submit reports to the Director of Sales & Marketing as required.
• Assist the Sales team with hosting site inspections and trade shows as needed.

• Previous experience in event coordination or hospitality sales (preferred).
• Excellent communication, organisational, and time‑management skills.
• Proactive, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Positive attitude, genuine passion for hospitality, and a friendly approach.
• Familiarity with event booking systems (Opera/S&C experience a plus, training provided).
• Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and composure.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, knowledge of the MICE industry.
• Experience in a similar role – events, banquets, or conference operations, preferably within a hotel.
• Strong attention to detail, proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Confidence in following up with clients to ensure expectations are met throughout event delivery.
• Excellent personal presentation and professional communication skills.
• Knowledge of Opera Cloud or Delphi (desirable).
• Experience in Hotel Sales, Reservations, or Business Development, ideally with exposure to MICE and events.
• Track record of achieving sales targets and KPIs.
• Strong relationship‑building abilities across corporate or events sectors.
• High motivation, self‑direction, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Positive, proactive attitude and polished professional demeanour.
• Lead generation experience, proactive outreach, converting enquiries into bookings.

• Part‑time contract with flexible scheduling.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for training, development, and career progression within Accor.
• Employee discounts across Accor worldwide.
• A supportive and friendly team environment.

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