Conference and Events Sales Manager

Job description

Key tasks

Conferences and Events are the lifeblood of our business. Your exceptional sales ability and magnetic personality is crucial in getting the best and the most out of sales opportunities and selling our newly refurbished Ballroom and meeting rooms could not be easier

You will actively seek out business from new clients and work towards increasing business with existing key clients. In addition, you will train, motivate and manage your team to get results, produce detailed analyses and business forecasts to maximise room bookings. This is very much a hands on role and you will be actively involved in handling enquiries and the day-to-day administration within the team.

To say thank you for your hard work and commitment we offer ad hoc rewards, i.e. shopping vouchers alongside monthly recognition schemes and an Annual Awards ceremony. You can develop your career through training courses and structured development programmes including 'Rising Stars'. We also offer wide-ranging employee benefits including enhanced annual leave after one year's service, special discounted rates across our Jupiter Hotels and Accor Group (subject to qualifying criteria), childcare scheme, Employee Assistance Programme and Healthcare Cash Plan to name but a few.

Mercure and its people

Hotels with individuality, passion for service and committed to quality and guest satisfaction.

Join a team of warm and friendly professionals who will share their love for hospitality.

Desired profile

Skills

Level of Education Secondary professional education
Areas of study Sales
Professional experiences 3 to 5 years
Languages essential English

Essential and optional requirements

·  Excel
·  Word