Job Description:

Job information Events/Sales Coordinator/Manager from the Company Holland Hall Hotel, this latest Events/Sales Coordinator/Manager job vacancy is located in the city Skelmersdale located in the country United Kingdom . This latest job opening is open to job seekers who have the latest education / graduate GCSE . Job Vacancies in this Events field have been opened and published up to the specified time.

Job Responsibility:

Events/Sales Coordinator/Manager

OVERVIEW: A Rare opportunity!

These positions don't come around very often. Holland Hall, Lancashire Tourism Awards Hotel Wedding Venue Of The Year (February 2024) is looking to recruit an ambitious and focused Events/Sales Coordinator/Manager to join our new dynamic team. At a time of significant change within the company and the importance on delivering customer excellence and a recent refurbishment of our facilities, there is no better time to join our dedicated team of professionals. We are looking for a high energy, self-motivated, experienced individual that can help develop and drive our events business forward. The role is open to candidates looking for either their first role in events or a more experienced seasoned professional.

We do a lot of things differently compared to our competitors. We work really hard to ensure even the little things are unforgettable. Every aspect of our product and service is put together with a great deal of care and attention to detail. We provide a level of customer service you probably won't find anywhere else.

Our ethos is quality not quantity and our core values are happiness and health. This is a focus our people are passionate about! We attract, develop and retain people who have courage to challenge the status quo, the passion and insight to bring new ideas to the table and enthusiasm to see them through.

As an evolving company this rare opportunity has arisen and we are now hiring an events/sales co-ordinator/manager. We are looking for individual passionate about sales & people with a keen eye for detail and a passion for business. We believe that the most important aspect of a job is being excited about it, having growth opportunities, a product that you really believe in and being part of a successful team.

WHAT IS THE JOB ROLE...

Your primary role will be to secure audiences of all aspects of our conferences and events. You will work very closely with our wedding and hospitality team to understand both the event and the target market and build the value proposition to successfully drive sales. You'll follow up on leads, conduct show arounds, close sales enquiries and drive group bookings. Relationship building and strong communication skills are critical for this position.

• Oversee all aspects of event planning and management, including internal and external events, with experience planning exhibitions and large business-to-business events.
• Create sales opportunities for future events during client liaisons and during events, including possessing a strong working knowledge of the company to further these sales opportunities & planning multiple events at once.
• You will organise and supervise business, promotional and social events. Your duties will include brainstorming with management to enhance an events success, preparing budgets and working with our chefs and other hand picked vendors to deliver events that meet the audiences requirements.
• Communicate with marketing team to create effective advertisements for each event, and when necessary crafting marketing materials such as print and Internet advertisements for individual events
• Anticipate and planning for different scenarios
• You will create relationships and generate revenue with clients, conduct research for relevant contacts/companies using a structured sales process from lead qualification, initial contact and acquisition, presentation and contract negotiation
• You will develop client relationships based on a strategic planning and a methodical approach creating a solid base for key account management
• You will coordinate with sales, marketing and operation teams on joint efforts and deliverables.

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU...

• 1-2 years' work experience (or equivalent) with a proven track record in sales would be advantageous
• Very good understanding of new technologies and/or technological background would be a plus
• Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively, in person and in writing, to many different audiences, ranging from executives to operational teams
• The understanding of good project management
• Knowledge of the business development process, including commercial awareness, industry insights and consultative selling skills that can be applied to opportunities
• Manage multiple priorities successfully
• Highly flexible, able to handle changing directions/priorities and roles as business needs evolve
• Fluency in English in both written and spoken form are essential
• Highly motivated and service orientated with the ability to inspire people, coupled with strong networking skills
• Quick learner, conceptual, analytical skills and a willingness to learn with ability to understand complex issues and products
• Be positive, creative, fun, self-motivated, driven to succeed with a can do mind-set!

ABOUT YOU:

• You are determined
• Target driven
• Hardworking and ambitious
• Thrive in a commercial environment
• Quick thinking and a great communicator
• Eager to learn and an efficient time manger
• Confident on the phone
• Your CV easily demonstrates that you have that added potential we're looking for
• You have a right to work in UK

JOB TYPE: Full Time - 40 hours per week

PACKAGE: Flexible working hours, salary isdepending on experience plus a fantastic REALISTIC bonus structure

EMPLOYER: Holland Hall

RESPONSIBLE TO: CEO

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Create event proposals which fit client requirements and presenting proposals by deadline

· Maintain a working relationship with vendors and venues

· Plan event aspects, such as venue, seating, dining, and guest list

· Delegate event planning tasks to other staff members where necessary

· Demonstrate to clients strong knowledge of venues and vendor offerings and taking clients on tours of venue possibilities

· Coordinate event entertainment, including music, performers, and guest speakers

· Stay within budget while planning event specifications

· Issue invoices and collecting payments in a timely manner, and creating comprehensive and readable financial reports

· Manage and overseeing events on the day of, including problem-solving, welcoming guests, directing event set-up, communicating with staff, and organising vendors

· Conduct market research to identify selling possibilities and evaluate customer needs

· Actively seek out new sales opportunities through cold calling, networking and social media

· Set up meetings with potential clients

· Create frequent reviews and reports with sales and financial data

· Participate on behalf of the company at network meetings or conferences

· Negotiate/close deals and handle customer enquiries

· General reception duties

· Gather feedback from customers or prospects and share with internal teams

WHAT CAN WE OFFER?

· An exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking and changing, progressive business.

· A commitment to empowered and supportive personal development.

· A great team environment and the opportunity for further development

· A Group Life Pension Scheme.

· A tangible realist clearly outlined bonus structure

· 28 days holiday per annum including bank holidays plus other benefits

· Flexible Working.

· An extra days annual leave on your birthday

• Wide range of training & development opportunities
• Regular social events thorough the year
• Full training and mentoring will be given, so if this job sounds like just what you are looking for, apply today.

If you think you have what it takes to take on such a role, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter to bevan@hollandhall.co.uk

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Monday 6th May 2024

Holland Hall is committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Employee mentoring programme
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Flexitime
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme
• Tips

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Kitchen: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 05/06/2024Reference ID: 150472

Keywords : Skelmersdale jobs

Closed Date : 2025-02-16