Wedding Sales Executive

TN Ireland; Ireland; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading resort in Ireland is seeking a Wedding Sales Executive to join their Events team. The role focuses on generating wedding sales leads, maximizing revenue, and ensuring exceptional customer service. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in wedding sales, excellent communication skills, and a passion for creating memorable events.

Benefits

Company Risk Scheme

Company funded educational programs

Rewards and recognition programs

Discount on Dining options

Reduction on accommodation rate for family and friends

Discount for Spa treatments and products

Use of Health Clubs

Staff Dining Facilities

Service Awards

Staff Parking

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in wedding/event sales preferred.
• Basic Computer Skills required.

Responsibilities

• Generate wedding sales leads and convert inquiries into bookings.
• Maximise hotel revenue and guest satisfaction.
• Manage relationships with the Operations Team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Education

3rd level Hospitality Diploma

Job description

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Wedding Sales Executive, Fota Island Resort

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Client:

Fota Island Resort

Location:

Fota Island Resort, Ireland

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Whether in our kitchens, dining rooms, event venues, accommodation or offices, our singular purpose is to captivate guests with our unparalleled quality, service, and food and wine knowledge. We achieve this only through the excellence, innovation and passion of our team members.

Fota Island Resort is currently recruiting for a Wedding Sales Executive to join our Events team.

Our commitment to you includes:

• Company Risk Scheme
• Company funded educational programs
• Rewards and recognition programs
• Discount on Dining options of up to 50%
• Reduction on accommodation rate for family and friends
• Discount for Spa treatments and products
• Use of Health Clubs
• Staff Dining Facilities
• Service Awards
• Staff Parking

What we are looking for:

• Extensive experience in wedding/event sales (hotel or venue preferred)
• Attention to detail and organisational skills
• Excellent Customer Service and Communication Skills
• Excellent Interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and results-driven
• Immaculate Grooming
• 3rd level Hospitality Diploma or equivalent desirable
• Basic Computer Skills

Responsibilities include:

• Proactively generate wedding sales leads and convert inquiries into confirmed bookings
• Assist in the development of the annual Wedding Sales Strategy and Budget
• Maximise hotel revenue and guest satisfaction by ensuring accurate and effective processing of wedding bookings
• Prepare a weekly forecast for Weddings when requested
• Conduct client site inspections and wedding show-arounds, taking responsibility for the conversion of event and wedding inquiries
• Manage the relationship with the Operations Team, ensuring all information regarding a wedding is communicated correctly on a BEO and at BEO meetings
• Ensure that all inquiries are responded to within the response time set by the Director of Sales
• Work closely with couples to understand their vision and customize wedding packages accordingly
• Responsible for issuing and receiving all Wedding and Events contracts
• Create client files for all inquiries and bookings to ensure they are accessible by all in the department
• Attend Wedding Fairs such as WedFest and organise a Wedding Fair at the hotel