Oyster Recruitment Limited
Senior Meetings & Events Sales Executive
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A standout opportunity within a beautifully restored luxury hotel and spa set across 38 acres
Our client, an independent luxury hotel, spa and estate in Buckinghamshire, is seeking an experienced Senior Meetings & Events Sales Executive to join their growing sales team.
The property blends historic charm with contemporary elegance, offering exceptional conference and event facilities in a stunning countryside setting.
This role is ideal for a driven sales professional who thrives on converting enquiries, building strong client relationships, and showcasing premium event spaces. With no event planning responsibilities, you’ll focus purely on sales, maximising revenue across over a dozen versatile event spaces accommodating up to 250 guests.
The Role
As Senior Meetings & Events Sales Executive, you will manage the full sales cycle from initial enquiry through to contract and deposit. You’ll deliver engaging showrounds, respond promptly with tailored proposals, and work proactively to exceed monthly revenue targets. Your commercial awareness and relationship-building skills will be key to driving repeat business and securing new opportunities.
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Key Responsibilities
- Convert enquiries into confirmed bookings to exceed monthly revenue targets
- Deliver professional, engaging showrounds across the estate
- Respond swiftly to new enquiries with detailed, accurate proposals
- Apply effective yield management and identify upselling opportunities
- Maintain precise diary management and CRM/system records
- Build strong relationships with corporate and private clients
- Support proactive sales activity and lead generation
- Manage contracts, deposits and client communications efficiently
- Meet and greet clients on arrival for their events
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About You
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in conference and events sales
- Background in a hotel or venue with a strong events focus
- Proven negotiation skills and a track record of hitting targets
- Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal skills
- Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
- Able to prioritise and manage a busy workload
- Positive, proactive and commercially aware
Benefits
- Salary up to £34,000 + 10% performance bonus
- 28 days holiday including bank holidays
- Pension scheme with employer contributions
- Training and development opportunities
- Free staff meals on shift
- Free on-site parking
- Uniform provided
- Complimentary birthday meal for you and a guest
- Long-service recognition
- Recommend-a-friend incentives
- Generous discounts on food, beverages, spa treatments and stays
- Discounted spa and gym membership
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