Elior UK
Sales Manager
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Sales Manager – Conference & Events
Location:
AESSEAL New York Stadium, Rotherham
Employer:
Elior UK
Join the team behind one of South Yorkshire's premier conference and events venues.
We're looking for an ambitious, commercially driven Sales Manager to lead conference and event sales at the iconic AESSEAL New York Stadium, home of Rotherham United Football Club.
Employed by Elior UK and based full-time at the stadium, you'll play a key role in driving revenue across a diverse range of events, from corporate meetings and conferences to gala dinners, exhibitions, private celebrations and Christmas parties.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated sales professional who thrives on building relationships, identifying new business opportunities and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
The Role
Reporting to the venue's senior management team, you will be responsible for developing and growing conference and events business while maximising revenue and occupancy across the venue's meeting and event spaces.
Key responsibilities include:
- Proactively generating new conference and event business.
- Managing enquiries from initial contact through to contract confirmation.
- Building long-term relationships with corporate clients, agencies and local businesses.
- Conducting venue showrounds and presenting tailored event proposals.
- Achieving and exceeding monthly and annual sales targets.
- Identifying opportunities to increase repeat business and client retention.
- Representing the venue at networking events, exhibitions and business forums.
- Maintaining accurate records within the CRM system.
- Working closely with the Operations and Kitchen teams to ensure seamless event delivery.
- Monitoring competitor activity and market trends to identify new opportunities.
- Supporting marketing initiatives and promotional campaigns.
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About You
You'll be an energetic and confident sales professional with a passion for hospitality and events.
Ideally you'll have:
- Previous experience in conference and events sales, hotel sales or venue sales.
- A proven track record of achieving sales targets.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Strong organisational and time management abilities.
- Confidence in presenting to clients and conducting venue tours.
- Experience using CRM systems.
- A proactive, self-motivated approach.
- The ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues alike.
- A full UK driving licence would be advantageous.
What We Offer
- The opportunity to work at one of South Yorkshire's leading event venues.
- Competitive salary plus performance-related bonus.
- Company pension.
- Employee benefits and discounts through Elior UK.
- Ongoing training and development.
- Career progression opportunities within one of the UK's leading contract caterers.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
About AESSEAL New York Stadium
AESSEAL New York Stadium is one of the region's premier conference and events venues, offering versatile event spaces for everything from board meetings and conferences to award ceremonies, weddings and large-scale celebrations. Working alongside Elior UK, we're passionate about delivering exceptional hospitality and memorable experiences for every client.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're passionate about sales, thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to be part of an ambitious team, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help shape the future of conference and events at AESSEAL New York Stadium.
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- Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
- Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
- Plenty of Time to Unwind - 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days.
- Leave for life’s important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
- Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
- Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
- Wellbeing first - mental health support and wellbeing perks.
- Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
- Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!
- One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with! No need for legal names at this stage.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? To enrich lives everywhere, every day.
And here’s the best part - 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here! Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.
Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you’re passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!
We Celebrate You!
At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.
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