Sales & Events Executive

Job Type: Full Time 

34k salary 20% annual bonus 

Start date - June 

As a key member of the sales team you will be responsible for generating new business managing client relationships and overseeing the planning and execution of high-profile events. This role is perfect for a sales-driven individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong background in event sales and planning.

Role Main Purpose:

• Deliver sales into the venue to achieve the monthly and annual sales target.
• Receive incoming enquiries in accordance with the Sales Department standards and procedures and to convert them into confirmed business.
• Conduct show rounds and client visits to a high standard.
• Help oversee the diary ensuring that all information is accurate up to date and that all the correct revenue has been inputted.
• Ensure venue product knowledge and seasonal menus are communicated to clients and actively upsell to increase average spends and revenue opportunities.
• Create and complete function sheets detailing all event requirements from start to finish.
• Ensure in house accounting policies are adhered to and checked. Ensuring billing invoices are completed within agreed time frames and debt is chased.
• Maintain good working relationship with the venue and other Searcys sites.
• Ensure accurate billing for all assigned events
• To prepare proposals for new enquiries ensuring venue standards are adhered to and contain best fit/feature expectations for client and maximising yield and revenue.
• All sales procedures and administration correspondence duties are up to date and completed in a timely fashion as per agreed KPIs. (Proposals Contracts Follow-ups and Deposit schedule/payments).
• To support the sales team to identify and support new leads for future business opportunities.

Qualifications :

• Proven experience in event sales within a high-end venue hotel or catering company.
• A strong sales mindset with a track record of meeting and exceeding targets.
• Excellent communication negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• A passion for delivering exceptional events and client experiences.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask.
• Knowledge of Londons events and hospitality market is an advantage.

Additional Information :

We are the oldest caterer in the UK having been founded in 1847 working with us will give you an opportunity to be part of some of Londons most prestigious events gaining insights and mentoring from skilled and experienced colleagues as well as getting a chance to be part of a storied legacy in the hospitality industry.

A career at Searcys means you are part of something special we are an employer with a rich history and an established reputation which will provide you with an enormous sense of pride and belonging.

To find out more on the rich history of Searcys please visit our website at 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time