Head of Events & Sales

Head of Events & Sales – Boutique Events company – Surrey/London - £50k - £55k + Commission We’re seeking a commercially driven, highly organised Head of Events & Sales to lead sales, business development and event planning within an independent and growing luxury event catering business. This will be a great role for someone looking to step up into their first head of role.

The role requires a hands-on approach and combines winning new business, nurturing client and venue relationships, and overseeing events from initial enquiry through to delivery and post-event follow-up.

Key Responsibilities Drive new business across corporate, private and luxury event markets.

Build and manage a strong sales pipeline, developing existing accounts and generating repeat business.

Build relationships with venues, event planners, agencies and industry partners.

Lead client briefs, bespoke proposals, tenders, pitches, quotations and commercial negotiations.

Manage event planning and pre-event detailing, ensuring accurate documentation and seamless handovers to operational teams.

Work closely with culinary, operations and logistics teams to deliver exceptional events.

Lead post-event client follow-up, gather feedback and identify opportunities for future business.

About You You’ll have proven experience in luxury events, hospitality, catering, weddings or a similar premium service environment. You’ll be a confident salesperson with strong commercial awareness, excellent negotiation skills and a track record of developing client relationships and winning business.

Highly organised and detail-focused, you’ll be comfortable managing multiple events and deadlines, producing compelling proposals and maintaining exceptional service standards. You’ll combine creativity with commercial thinking and thrive in a senior role that remains closely involved in the detail.

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Dan at COREcruitment dot