Conference and Events Sales Executive

Newbury Racecourse is an award-winning sporting venue with a multi-functional site playing host to c. 30 racedays per year, plus a wide range of other exciting non-racing events including: concerts, weddings, conferences, on-site hotel and our award-winning Rocking Horse Nursery.

We are seeking a Conference and Events Sales Executive to join our team to maximise sales revenue and profitability of our Conference and Events Facilities. This is an exciting opportunity for a sales driven professional who will relish the challenge of playing a key role in this outstanding venue.

The successful candidate in this role will;

• Proactively represent Newbury Racecourse Conference & Events business to existing and potential clients
• Proactively generate new leads to build and enhance the existing customer portfolio
• Prepare detailed and accurate proposals
• Produce contract documents in a timely manner
• Manage the events diary and ensure the booking system is updated in real time to allow for accurate sales forecasting
• Answer incoming enquiries via phone and email ensuring excellent customer service standards
• Assist in building and enhancing long term client relationships, increasing client retention and referrals and building new business
• Attend client appointments, exhibitions and events

You will be able to demonstrate:

• Exceptional communication skills combined with a flair for customer interaction
• Motivation and enthusiasm, for both the position and the Racecourse
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills with an eye for details

In return we offer a competitive salary and attractive benefits scheme including;

• 25 days holiday per year + Bank Holidays
• Free annual membership to the Racecourse
• Reduced rate childcare at the Rocking Horse Nursery on-site
• Contributory pension scheme
• Discounted Health Club membership
• Excellent opportunities for training and career growth.