Events & Sales Coordinator
Apprenticeship Glasgow, UNITED KINGDOM
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Company Description
About the Role
Are you organised, people-focused and passionate about delivering great experiences? We’re looking for an enthusiastic Conference & Sales Coordinator to join our hotel team. Whether you already have events experience or are looking to develop a career in hospitality, this is a fantastic opportunity to learn, grow and be part of creating memorable conferences and events.
32 hours per week, 4/5 days (dependent on business needs)
Job Description
What You’ll Be Doing
Working with Clients
· Be the friendly first point of contact for conference and event enquiries
· Help clients plan their events from initial enquiry to the final farewell
· Conduct hotel show rounds and build strong relationships with guests
· Spot opportunities to enhance events with upgrades and added services
· Support the sales office team with enquiries, bookings and administration tasks
Planning & Coordination
· Assist in planning meetings, conferences and events of all sizes
· Coordinate room layouts, catering, timings and AV requirements
· Prepare clear event details and share them with hotel teams
Event Delivery
· Be visible and hands-on during events, ensuring everything runs smoothly
· Work closely with food & beverage, kitchen and front office teams
· Quickly and confidently handle any last-minute changes or guest requests
Learning & Development
· Gain experience using hotel booking and event management systems
· Develop strong organisational, communication and sales skills
· Receive on-the-job training and support from experienced colleagues
What We’re Looking For
Essential
· A positive attitude and willingness to learn
· Strong communication and customer service skills
· Good organisation and attention to detail
· Confidence working with people and as part of a team
· Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends
· Previous experience in an events/hotel role
Desirable (But Not Essential)
· Previous experience in hospitality, events or customer service
· IT confidence (training provided on systems)
· Experience using BackYou/Opera Cloud
Additional Information
Why Join Us?
· Full training and ongoing support
· A varied role where no two days are the same
· Career development opportunities within the hotel or wider group
· Staff benefits including discounts on stays, food and drink
· Staff and family discounts worldwide
Interviews
Interviews will be held early/mid January 2026.