Events and Sales Executive

Bridge House Hotel & Leisure Club , Tullamore; Tullamore; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

On-site parking

Wellness programme

Gym membership

Staff discounts

Pension scheme

Training & development

Job summary

Bridge House Hotel & Leisure Club in Tullamore seeks an enthusiastic Events and Sales Executive to join our friendly team. You will manage enquiries for weddings and events, convert leads, and showcase our venue to prospective clients.

You will coordinate with hotel departments and external suppliers, prepare proposals and contracts, and organise attendance at wedding fairs and trade shows. A strong, customer‑focused, sales mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• 2 years previous experience in weddings, events, sales or hospitality (preferably in a 4-star hotel).
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills
• Commercially aware with a positive can‑do attitude
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
• Sales‑driven with a customer‑focused mindset
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
• High attention to detail and problem‑solving skills
• Proficiency in hotel management or event software (e.g. Hotsoft or similar)
• Fluent in English (oral and written)

Responsibilities

• Manage all queries in relation to weddings and events enquiries and bookings and convert enquiries into confirmed wedding and event bookings
• Proactively handle events and wedding sales enquiries and sell Hotel’s Wedding, Conferences and Events facilities
• Meet with prospective clients both conference and weddings and showcase our hotel
• Prepare detailed documentation (proposals, contracts and function sheets) for all Wedding and Event bookings
• Coordinate with all relevant Hotel departments and stakeholders to ensure consistency and a high level of service throughout pre‑event and post‑event
• Coordinate with external suppliers (Florists, Musicians, Car Hire)
• Track deposits, contracts and final payment
• Act as hotel ambassador for all conferences, events and wedding show arounds with potential clients
• Organise and attend Wedding Fairs and other Event Trade Shows

Skills

Weddings & events experience

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Sales mindset

Customer focus

Flexibility (hours)

Attention to detail

Event software (Hotsoft)

Fluent English

Education

Degree or diploma in Hospitality Management or Event Management

Tools

Hotsoft or similar

Job description

About Us

Nestled in the heart of Ireland, in the vibrant town of Tullamore, the Bridge House Hotel is one of the leading wedding venues in Offaly, perfectly located with easy access from Dublin, Galway, and Limerick. Our luxurious four‑star hotel is a family‑run hotel renowned across the Midlands and central Ireland for hosting unforgettable weddings, providing warm hospitality and memorable experiences for our guests. Weddings and Special Events are at the heart of what we do.

Role Responsibilities

We are looking for an enthusiastic, organised and people‑focused Events and Sales Executive to join our friendly Events Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who loves working with people, enjoys planning memorable events and weddings. Whether you already have events or wedding coordination experience or come from a background in hospitality, events sales or customer service, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all queries in relation to weddings and events enquiries and bookings and convert enquiries into confirmed wedding and event bookings
• Proactively handle events and wedding sales enquiries and sell Hotel’s Wedding, Conferences and Events facilities
• Meet with prospective clients both conference and weddings and showcase our hotel
• Prepare detailed documentation (proposals, contracts and function sheets) for all Wedding and Event bookings
• Coordinate with all relevant Hotel departments and stakeholders to ensure consistency and a high level of service throughout pre‑event and post‑event
• Coordinate with external suppliers (Florists, Musicians, Car Hire)
• Track deposits, contracts and final payment
• Act as hotel ambassador for all conferences, events and wedding show arounds with potential clients
• Organise and attend Wedding Fairs and other Event Trade Shows

Key Skills & Requirements

• 2 years previous experience in weddings, events, sales or hospitality (preferably in a 4-star hotel)
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills
• Commercially aware with a positive can‑do attitude
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
• Sales‑driven with a customer‑focused mindset
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
• High attention to detail and problem‑solving skills
• Proficiency in hotel management or event software (e.g. Hotsoft or similar)
• Fluent in English (oral and written)

Desirable Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Hospitality Management, Event Management, or related field
• Knowledge of Irish wedding traditions and local suppliers
• Experience working in a family‑owned or boutique hotel environment

Personal Attributes

• Warm, friendly, and approachable personality
• Enthusiastic and enjoys working with people
• Calm under pressure with a proactive attitude
• Passionate about delivering outstanding customer experiences
• Confident communicator

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Supportive family‑oriented working environment
• Certified “Great Place to Work”
• Bike to work scheme
• On‑site parking
• Wellness programme
• Gym membership
• Staff discounts
• Pension scheme
• Discounted Group Health Insurance
• Ongoing training and development

The Bridge House Hotel is an equal opportunity employer