Event Sales Manager

Sales & Events Manager – Private Members Club, London

Competitive Salary + Uncapped Commission

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and commercially driven Sales & Events Manager to join a prestigious private members' club in Central London. This stunning venue offers a unique blend of exclusive member events and private hire opportunities, featuring a collection of elegant event spaces, including multiple private dining rooms and a spectacular top-floor events suite.

We are seeking a proactive sales professional who thrives on generating new business, building relationships, and driving revenue growth. This role is ideal for someone with a strong events background who is equally comfortable leading from the front and developing a high-performing team.

As Sales & Events Manager, you will lead a small events team while taking ownership of the venue's sales strategy and business development efforts. This is a highly commercial position with significant earning potential through a strong commission structure.

Responsibilities

• Drive proactive sales activity to generate new event enquiries and business opportunities
• Develop and maintain relationships with corporate clients, agencies, event bookers, and key stakeholders
• Utilise existing industry contacts and networks to secure new business
• Conduct outbound sales activity, including cold calling and targeted business development
• Lead, motivate, and support a small events team
• Manage the full sales cycle from enquiry through to contract confirmation
• Maximise revenue opportunities across all event spaces
• Create and implement strategies to increase event bookings and occupancy
• Follow up consistently on leads and enquiries to ensure maximum conversion
• Work closely with operational teams to deliver exceptional client experiences
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to identify opportunities for growth

Requirements

• Proven experience within event sales, hospitality sales, venue sales, or private members' clubs
• Strong track record of generating new business and exceeding revenue targets
• Confident networker with excellent relationship-building skills
• Comfortable with proactive sales activity and business development
• Commercially minded, ambitious, and results driven
• Experience leading or mentoring team members
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Passionate about hospitality, events, and delivering exceptional client experiences