Senior Meetings & Events Sales Executive

Are you a driven Meetings & Events sales professional who knows how to turn enquiries into confirmed bookings?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Meetings & Events Sales Executive to join a prestigious hotel and events venue in Buckinghamshire.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced sales professional to join an impressive venue with extensive event facilities and luxury accommodation. The focus of the role is firmly on sales and revenue generation, rather than event planning, giving you the opportunity to concentrate on converting enquiries, securing new business and maximising every sales opportunity.

You will take ownership of Meetings & Events enquiries from the initial conversation through to confirmation, understanding each client's requirements and presenting tailored solutions that encourage them to book.

This is a full time position working Monday to Friday, with shifts operating between 8.30am and 6.00pm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Convert enquiries into confirmed bookings to exceed monthly revenue targets
• Deliver professional, engaging show rounds across the estate
• Respond swiftly to new enquiries with detailed, accurate proposals
• Apply effective yield management and identify upselling opportunities
• Maintain precise diary management and CRM/system records
• Build strong relationships with corporate and private clients
• Support proactive sales activity and lead generation
• Manage contracts, deposits and client communications efficiently
• Meet and greet clients on arrival for their events

About You:

• Minimum 2 years' experience in conference and events sales
• Background in a hotel or venue with a strong events focus
• Proven negotiation skills and a track record of hitting targets
• Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal skills
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
• Able to prioritise and manage a busy workload
• Positive, proactive and commercially aware

Benefits:

• £34,000 + 10% performance bonus
• 28 days holiday
• Staff, friends and family rates on food, beverage, spa, hotel stays
• Free onsite parking
• Meals included while working
• Training and development opportunities
• Long service rewards
• Birthday dining vouchers

If you're looking for a new opportunity to take the lead on driving Meetings & Events sales and make your mark at an impressive venue, we want to hear from you. Apply now.