De Vere Beaumont Estate
Conference and Events Sales Executive
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Ready to help plan meetings & events that leave lasting memories?
Join us at De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in Covent Garden in this pivotal role that brings meetings & events to life!
As a Conference & Event Sales Executive, you will convert enquiries into bookings, showcasing our venue through showrounds and helping our clients to plan every detail of their event. You will work as part of our busy events planning team, effectively communicating client requirements to our operational team who will then run the events on the day.
In return the role offers £30,900 per annum, plus excellent benefits including a sales incentive scheme, free meals, an annual complimentary stay with dinner at a De Vere Hotel, plus additional stays for just £50 and a paid day off for your birthday, to name just a few!
Your Skills And Experience
- You will ideally have some previous event planning / co-ordination experience or a relevant qualification
- You are passionate about events and prepared to put your heart and soul into delivering memorable experiences for our guests
- You forge strong working relationships and create genuine connections with colleagues and our valued guests through your excellent communication skills.
- You are confident using IT software - familiarity with Opera software would be beneficial but is not essential as training can be provided
- Most of all, you will share our values such as being graciously warm, demonstrating a genuine approach, anticipating guest needs and ensuring every detail is considered
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The Pay & Benefits:
At De Vere we pay attention to the thoughtful details that inspire the loyalty of our permanent colleagues. That’s why we are proud to offer the following benefits for the role of Conference & Event Sales Executive.
- £30,900 per year
- Sales Bonus Incentive Scheme
- A share of the Restaurant Service Charge to help boost your earnings and reward you for the service you deliver
- Free meals on duty in our colleague dining facilities
- We believe in celebrating your special moments too, which is why we offer an extra paid day off for your birthday, along with a £20 love to shop voucher.
- As a token of our gratitude for your loyalty, we'll treat you to an annual complimentary 2-night stay with dinner in a De Vere property of your choice, plus additional monetary rewards for reaching long service milestones
- Discover exclusive perks with our £50 colleague rates for overnight stays at De Vere properties, accompanied by a fantastic 50% discount on Food & Beverage.
- 28 days holiday each year (increasing annually up to 33 days)
- Venue closure over the Christmas period allowing you time off to enjoy the festive season
- Explore our Exclusively Yours Benefits portal, unlocking hundreds of discounts on retail, travel, and leisure activities.
- We are committed to your growth and offer excellent career progression opportunities, including access to our Apprenticeship programmes and study support.
- Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Programme, Hospitality Action, providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including free counselling.
- Experience the flexibility and convenience of Wagestream, our financial wellbeing platform, granting you instant access to your pay when you need it.
- We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our monthly colleague recognition programme, You Are De Vere, culminating in an exciting annual colleague recognition event.
- Join a supportive team that knows how to have fun with regular team appreciation events, including memorable Christmas and Summer parties.
- Gain peace of mind with our Company Life Assurance scheme, ensuring financial security for your loved ones.
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