Event Sales Manager

Event Sales Manager - 30k - 35k + commission - London - Full Time
Job Role:
The role of the Event Sales Manager is to design, manage and plan client events from enquiry stage, through to delivery and post event administration. The Event Sales Manager will be responsible for sales performance and delivery of mid to large scale events across their designated sites. It will be the responsibility of the Event Sales Manager to convert leads into bookings and look after the client throughout the booking and delivery process. The Event Sales Manager role primarily consists of;
* Designing bespoke proposals to meet individual client needs and best qualifying them to their most suited venue, within the event portfolio.
* Delivery of events consists of contracting, ordering, and liaising with event suppliers, event setup, being present at delivery stage, managing the event team and overseeing the successful breakdown of the event.
* Developing and maintaining client and broker/agency relationships
* Having expert knowledge of all event buildings, their event spaces and USPs, Up selling additional event services and add-ons
Skills/Experience:
* Graduate Level - Business management Hospitality and tourism Event Management
* Knowledge in MS Office & Advanced Excel Event Industry Knowledge CRM System and Experience Licensing & event legislation
* Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
* Numerate and IT literate.
* Possess a flexible and resilient attitude.
* Able to multitask and work well under pressure.
* Ability to task prioritise
* Financial & accounting competence
* Fast learner in fast paced business
* 3 years + event sales/management experience
* Sales experience
* Target driven & proactive
If you're interested apply now or call Julie Rayney or Sharen Cheema 0208 297 8187