Event Sales Executive - Flexible, Fast-Growth Venue Platform

VenueSearch.ie; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Full-Time

Career growth

Startup environment

Job summary

VenueSearch.ie, based in Dublin, is seeking a highly motivated Event Sales Executive to join our small but growing startup team. You will handle inbound enquiries, liaise with clients, and coordinate bookings on our VenueSearch portal.

This role reports to the Head of Business & Events and requires an interest in hospitality, events and food & beverage. Knowledge of social media management and Canva is preferred, with flexible, full-time working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Degree in event management, hospitality or related qualification/experience.
• 1–2 years experience in a similar role, preferably with corporate clients.
• Excellent English language skills and strong presentation abilities.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Google Workspace and Canva.

Responsibilities

• Proactively respond to and engage with inbound event enquiries in an efficient, timely manner on a day-to-day basis
• Liaising with clients to better understand their needs and make the best venue recommendations based on their requirements
• Manage and oversee booking enquiries and activity on the VenueSearch booking portal
• Build relationships with existing clients and nurture relationships with future / potential clients
• Build and establish great working relationships with our existing partner venues and their events teams
• Assist with updating, creating and designing client proposals, brochures and menus
• Accompany clients on venue viewings if required
• Attend larger client events (off-site) and venue / PR launches as required
• Ensure that all partner venue and client details are up-to-date in our database

Skills

Event sales

Client relationships

Presentation skills

English proficiency

Social media management

Education

Degree in event management or hospitality

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Canva

Job description

VenueSearch.ie, based in Dublin, is seeking a highly motivated Event Sales Executive to join our small but growing startup team. You will handle inbound enquiries, liaise with clients, and coordinate bookings on our VenueSearch portal.

This role reports to the Head of Business & Events and requires an interest in hospitality, events and food & beverage. Knowledge of social media management and Canva is preferred, with flexible, full-time working arrangements.