Sales & Events Executive – Central London - £35,000 plus bonus!

Join one of London’s most dynamic and exciting venues as a Sales & Events Executive!

We’re partnering with a top-tier London venue on the lookout for a driven and proactive professional to take charge of converting sales enquiries into bookings, upselling events, and building strong client relationships from enquiry to post-event follow-up. You'll be a true brand ambassador, ensuring an exceptional customer journey and helping shape unforgettable experiences.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Collaborate with the Sales Manager and wider team to implement effective sales strategies that grow revenue.
• Hit and exceed annual and quarterly sales targets.
• Convert enquiries into confirmed bookings swiftly-responding to all leads within 2 hours.
• Build and manage a portfolio of repeat clients while actively seeking new business opportunities.
• Track and analyse lost business to continually improve conversion rates.
• Maintain accurate client records in Rendezvous and ensure smooth handovers to the operations team.
• Represent the venue at trade shows, networking events, FAM trips, and client entertaining.
• Regularly conduct site visits and planning meetings with clients.
• Monitor competitors, industry trends, and pricing structures to optimise sales opportunities.
• Proactively identify cold and lapsed leads to re-engage.
• Maximise every enquiry with upselling techniques and strategic thinking.

Who We’re Looking For

You're enthusiastic, creative, and results driven. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and love the buzz of securing events that leave a lasting impression.

You’ll bring:

• Minimum 2 years' experience in event sales, ideally managing events for 300+ guests.
• A proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Solid knowledge of the London events and venue scene.
• Excellent relationship management and communication skills.
• A proactive, commercial mindset.

Perks & Benefits

• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Birthday off + wellbeing days
• Bonus scheme (up to 15% of your salary)
• Flexible working hours
• Private medical insurance
• Subsidised lunches
• Company pension plan

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please contact Sophie Book on 0207 790 2666

COREcruitment are experts in recruiting for Hospitality, Catering, Leisure, Retail, FM, Property and Construction sectors.

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