JOB OVERVIEW

Draycote Hotel are now seeking an experienced, professional Events Sales Manager with a minimum 3-years conference & events sales experience in a prestige conference, events, meetings, weddings, hotel venue working in a busy event sales team and delivering outstanding conference & event solutions and exceptional customer service.
The person will be responsible for undertaking business development, sales and marketing and promotional activities; driving wedding bookings and managing delivery; and processing all events and meeting enquiries through our Guestline Event Management System - including answering email and telephone enquiries, preparing and evaluating booking proposals, responding to client requests, recommending best solutions, submitting and managing contracts, invoicing and client follow up.
You will also undertake venue show-rounds and liaise with clients on the selling, planning and organisation of weddings, conferences and events and participate, when necessary, in the oversight of events at Draycote and the welcoming of organisers on the day. You will monitor events enquiry levels and other KPI’s and support the marketing team in undertaking marketing activities in the sale and promotion of the venue including lead follow up, data mining, key account handling and attendance at industry exhibitions and networking.
You must have exceptional communication and customer service skills, be well-presented and have an excellent knowledge of the Regional MICE industry, conference and events delivery, weddings, venue legislation and compliance, F&B services, hospitality and AV. You must be able to demonstrate how you have increased enquiry levels, conversions and effectively grown C&E and Wedding sales. Knowledge of venue quality accreditation, sustainability and quality standards would also be advantageous.
You will work as part of a small team selling six flexible quality accredited conference and meeting rooms and our wedding suite as well as Christmas bookings and private parties. You must have a passion for hospitality, be highly motivated, totally committed to fulfilling all financial and operational targets, and have substantial events sales experience. You will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing a variety of events, ensuring that each occasion runs smoothly and meets the expectations of our clients. This role requires excellent organisational skills, creativity, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Knowledge of Events Management Systems

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (required)

Experience:

• Conference, Events & Wedding Sales: 3 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Location:

• Warwickshire CV23 9LF (preferred)

Work Location: In perso

Please refer the Job description for details