Event Sales Executive

Event Sales Executive
£28,000 – £30.000 per annum, Depending on Experience
Orsett
28 days holiday
40 hours a week – 5 day working week including weekends, bank holidays, and some late evenings
Join our client, a well-established 4-star hotel nestled in the Essex countryside! They’re on the lookout for a Full-Time Event Sales Executive with hospitality and events experience to join their dynamic Events team.
Key Responsibilities:
Handle incoming sales inquiries efficiently.
Promptly respond to all enquiries.
Successfully close sales and meet targets.
Conduct viewings and provide accurate quotations.
Develop in-depth knowledge of hotel products and services.
Collaborate with management to secure sales.
Ensure booking accuracy and avoid double bookings.
Maintain precise daily sales records.
Build strong relationships with clients and partners.
Support the Planning Team as needed.
Provide top-notch guest service at all times.
Utilise hotel facilities for maximum sales.
Offer sales data for internal reporting.
Communicate internal issues affecting sales to management.
Stay informed about competitor hotels and venues.
Attend meetings and training sessions.
Assist with ad hoc duties as needed.
Candidate Profile:
Strong sales skills with excellent conversion abilities.
Confident negotiator.
Driven to surpass targets.
Effective communicator with a diverse clientele.
Exceptional time management and problem-solving skills.
Positive ‘can-do’ attitude.
Impeccable presentation.
Previous Hotel & Event Sales experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
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