Groups & Events Sales Executive
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Our sales team are the friendly faces who will inspire and encourage our clients to enjoy
Do you want to join one of the best places to work in hospitality?
Whats the role?
Groups & Events Sales Executive
About The Ned
Situated in the heart of the City, in the former Midland Bank headquarters, The Ned houses 250 hotel bedrooms, ten public restaurants and bars and Neds Club, a private members space.
About the Role
Were looking for a motivated and commercially aware Group & Event Sales Executive to join our dynamic team. This role is ideal for someone starting their sales career who enjoys building client relationships, who is naturally organised and has a passion for converting event and group enquiries.
You will play a key part in supporting the sales team and driving revenue by managing incoming leads, supporting proactive outreach, and delivering a smooth and professional sales experience from first contact through to booking confirmation.
What will you be doing?
Manage incoming enquiry handling, negotiation, proposals, site visits, contracting, and follow-up.
Creatively and proactively convert event and group enquiries.
Build positive relationships with corporate clients
Keep internal teams updated with clear information to ensure a smooth handover for every booking.
Collaborate with internal teams to deliver and conduct engaging, creative client show-arounds that drive strong conversion rates.
Monitor personal and team sales performance, working towards agreed targets.
Represent the brand at networking events and industry functions as required.
Host regular site inspections at The Ned.
Contribute ideas, industry insights and suggestions to support increased conversions, new business opportunities, and improvements to sales processes.
What you can bring to the role:
Experience in event sales, or hospitality is preferred but not essential.
Youll have great all-round passion for events and hospitality, and a strong desire to convert enquires into confirmed business.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Good organisational abilities with attention to detail.
A positive, enthusiastic attitude
Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
Comfortable communication in person, phone and email. Using sales systems (ideally opera)
Maintain a polished, presentable appearance.
What can The Ned give you?
Annual salary up to £35,000 depending on experience
Complimentary meals in our friendly team restaurant, Neddys including monthly payday breakfast
Exclusive rates at The Ned for staying and eating for you, your family and friends
Wellbeing and health benefits, including Reward Gateway and Stream, with access to gym, shopping and cinema discounts
Your birthday off, after a year of service and more holiday after five years of service
Paid volunteer day
Refer a friend scheme
Regular social events, including an annual pool party
Employee assistance program 24/7 advice and support
Reward and recognition initiatives
At The Ned, we don't just celebrate our diversity, we challenge ourselves to do even better. The Ned is committed to being the best place to work, and ensuring that we have a leading diversity, equity and inclusion programme is central to making that vision a reality.
Please do let us know of any specific needs you may have during your interview.
All candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK to be considered for this role.
Apply today and join us as a Sales Executive
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- Location:
- City Of London
- Job Type:
- FullTime
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