Sales Executive - Excel London - Full-Time / Permanent £37230 + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more. OVERVIEW ExCeL London is a leading global event destination, hosting over 350 events each year. At ExCeL London Hospitality (ELH), we deliver exceptional catering and hospitality experiences that elevate every event. We’re looking for a motivated, client-focused Sales Executive to join our Commercial team. This role is key to driving event sales, growing accounts, and delivering outstanding service from enquiry through to event delivery. THE ROLE Reporting to the Commercial Sales Manager, you’ll focus on growing conference and event (C&E) sales, while supporting exhibitions during peak periods. You’ll manage enquiries, create proposals, and convert business in line with commercial targets. Acting as a key link between clients, internal teams, and venue partners, you’ll help deliver seamless events while supporting sales materials, reporting, and administration. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Sales & Commercial Growth Manage enquiries and produce commercially strong proposalsDrive revenue through conversion, upselling, and cross-sellingBuild and maintain client relationships to support repeat businessIdentify opportunities for account growth and enhancementsMaintain accurate CRM records and support exhibition activity as needed Client Experience Act as a key client contact from enquiry to contractDeliver clear, professional communication aligned to client needsSupport key accounts, proposals, and site visitsGather feedback to inform improvements and opportunities Collaboration & Administration Maintain sales documents, planners, and collateralWork closely with Operations, Culinary, and Marketing teamsSupport reporting, forecasting, and process improvements Event Delivery Support live events, including on-site sales activityAttend pre-event briefings and communicate key detailsMonitor client satisfaction and manage on-the-day requestsAssist with last-minute changes and post-event debriefs ABOUT YOU Experience in sales or event-focused roles (hospitality/venue preferred)Commercially minded with a passion for eventsHighly organised, detail-focused, and proactiveStrong communicator with excellent relationship-building skillsComfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentProfessional, adaptable, and solutions-focusedA team player with the ability to work independentlyDriven to deliver exceptional client experiences Why Join Us? Levy UK & Ireland is part of Compass Group, the world's largest catering company, and a vibrant leader in hospitality. We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong. Our diverse team fuels creativity, innovation, and excellence. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us in creating a supportive, empowering workplace where everyone can thrive. Together, we create unforgettable experiences and shape the future of hospitality. BENEFITS Medicash - Healthcare benefits, including dental, optical and therapy treatments (includes up to 4 dependent children)Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare checkExclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work)Entertainment discounts - up to 55% off cinema ticketsHealth & Wellbeing discounts - Discounts for Nuffield Health (20%) and Pure Gym (10%)Travel discounts - Discounts with holiday companies such as TUI and ExpediaShopping discounts - Save up to 15% at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping CardsMeals on dutyVodaphone discountsPension scheme and Life AssuranceEmployee Assistance Programme23 days + BH's and additional day off for your birthday2 days additional leave, following return from Maternity leave during first year backCompetitive and supportive family benefitsDay off for baby's first birthdayHoliday purchase schemeOn-going training & development and career pathwaysProfessional subscriptions paidFinancial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses. Job Reference: com/0403/60105001/52640477/SU #Levy UK Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength! #J-18808-Ljbffr