The Restaurants Association of Ireland (RAI)is the leading representative body for the Irish restaurant industry, encompassing over 3,000 members including full-service restaurants, cafés, gastropubs, and hotel restaurants. Our mission is to Represent, Assist, and Inform our members to ensure the hospitality sector continues to grow and prosper.We are looking for a Telesales Executive to join theRestaurants Association of Irelandteam for Membership Development.Reporting to: Membership Sales ManagerKey ResponsibilitiesBusiness Development: Conduct daily outbound cold calls to prospect and sign up new members (restaurants, gastropubs, and cafés)Benefit Advocacy: Effectively communicate the core benefits of RAI membership, including:Lobbying Power: Representation to the government on critical issues like VAT rates and labour costs.Financial Savings: Access to exclusive discounts on utilities, merchant services, and IMRO licensing.Training: Promotion of funded courses via theRestaurant & Hospitality Skillnet.Awards: Encouraging participation in theIrish Restaurant Awards.Relationship Management: Act as an industry liaison, gathering feedback from business owners to inform the RAI’s national lobbying strategy.Target Achievement: Meet and exceed monthly membership acquisition and retention targets to support the growth of the Association.Administration: Maintain accurate records of site visits and new sign-ups using the RAI’s CRM system.RequirementsHospitality Insight: Strong knowledge of the Irish hospitality landscape; prior experience in restaurant management or hospitality sales is a distinct advantage.Communication: Ability to engage with busy business owners, delivering a persuasive pitch in a fast-paced environment.Self-Starter: Highly motivated to work independently with a proven track record in inside sales.Professionalism: A passionate ambassador for the RAI, reflecting the high standards of the Irish food and tourism industry.Attention to detail is a must.Team player.What We OfferCompetitive base salary with an uncapped commission structure
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