Event Sales Executive - Sandton

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Uncapped commission

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Event Sales Executive to drive new business for its Sandton venues in Gauteng. The role blends remote client engagement with regular on-site meetings, venue tours and participation in key events to maximise bookings and revenue.

You will generate leads, deliver compelling proposals, nurture existing clients and negotiate contracts to ensure profitability. A proven sales track record and strong communication, combined with a solid understanding of event

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in sales, preferably within hospitality, events, or venue management.
• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of event planning and venue operations.

Responsibilities

• Generate leads and actively pursue new business opportunities for event bookings.
• Develop and deliver compelling proposals and presentations to potential clients.
• Nurture and maintain strong relationships with existing clients to encourage repeat business.
• Negotiate contracts and terms of service, ensuring profitability and client satisfaction.
• Collaborate with the events team to ensure seamless execution of booked events.
• Stay abreast of market trends and competitor activities to refine sales strategies.

Skills

Sales

Hospitality industry

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Client relations

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and results-oriented Event Sales Executive to drive business for their event spaces in the prestigious Sandton, Gauteng area. This role involves identifying and securing new event bookings, nurturing client relationships, and developing sales strategies to maximize venue utilization and revenue. While much of the client engagement and proposal work can be done remotely, this position requires regular on-site meetings, venue tours, and participation in key client events. The ideal candidate is a motivated sales professional with a strong understanding of the events and hospitality market.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate leads and actively pursue new business opportunities for event bookings.
• Develop and deliver compelling proposals and presentations to potential clients.
• Nurture and maintain strong relationships with existing clients to encourage repeat business.
• Negotiate contracts and terms of service, ensuring profitability and client satisfaction.
• Collaborate with the events team to ensure seamless execution of booked events.
• Stay abreast of market trends and competitor activities to refine sales strategies.

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of experience in sales, preferably within the hospitality, events, or venue management industry.
• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of event planning and venue operations.
• Ability to work independently in a hybrid model, with comfort in both remote and on-site client interactions.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with uncapped commission potential.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Generous commission structure and performance incentives.
• Opportunity to work with high-profile clients and events in Sandton .
• Professional development and networking opportunities.