Events Executive

JOBTITLE – Events Executive

DEPARTMENT – Sales and Revenue

CONTRACT TYPE – Full Time | Permanent

RATE OF PAY – £14.13 per hour plus incentives and excellent benefits

HOURS – 37.5 hours over 5 days

LOCATION – Newport, NP18 1HQ

Are you passionate about creating exceptional experiences? Do you thrive in a fast‑paced, people‑focused environment where no two days are the same? Join us at The Celtic Collection as our next Event Executive and play a key role in delivering unforgettable events across our award‑winning Resort.

As an Event Executive, you’ll be at the heart of our conference and events operation, promoting, coordinating and delivering event experiences that truly stand out. You’ll build strong relationships with clients, showcase our leading facilities, and use your sales skills to secure business that supports the Resort’s continued success.

From client show‑rounds to creating accurate BEOs, from coordinating event details to ensuring every guest receives exceptional service, you’ll be central to making each event seamless, professional and memorable.

• Promoting and selling all Resort facilities to achieve departmental and Resort budgets
• Using effective sales techniques to convert enquiries to confirmed bookings
• Coordinating all event‑related administration including quotations and contracts
• Conducting professional client appointments and Resort show‑rounds
• Building strong relationships across internal departments
• Ensuring standards, controls and processes are consistently met
• Participating in audits, training, team activities and continuous improvement initiatives
• Contributing to the positive, high‑performance culture of the Events team

• Strong sales ability with excellent communication skills—written and verbal
• Confident negotiator with strong IT and organisational skills
• Experience in a sales‑focused, guest‑facing role
• Ability to work independently and as part of a fast‑paced team
• A genuine interest in the events and hospitality industry

• Experience in event sales or similar roles within hotels or venues
• Qualifications in Event Management, Hospitality or related areas
• Experience building proposals and client contracts

You’ll be joining an award‑winning team within one of the UK’s most iconic hospitality brands. With outstanding facilities, a dynamic workplace and a commitment to training and development, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in events. From perks and team events to opportunities for progression across our growing portfolio, we’re proud to support our people as they deliver world‑class service.

All applicants must have the legal right to live and work in the UK, and you will be asked to provide documented evidence of eligibility during the recruitment process in line with current UK Visas and Immigration requirements.

Should we receive a high volume of applications, we may close this vacancy earlier than advertised.

The Celtic Collection is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive working environment.