Role: Event Sales Executive (FT/ Maternity cover) Salary: £30,367 pa grossplus incentive pay This is a full-time maternity cover position from 1st Sept 2025 until end of July 2026 with the potential to extend.
The role is office-based at Clandeboye Lodge and offers a 40 hours workweek, 5 days out of 7 days incl.
weekends.
Clandeboye Lodge is one of Northern Irelands top hotels, looking after 300+ events per year.
This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate looking for a challenging but flexible role with one of the most respected brands within Northern Irelands hospitality industry, recognised as North Downs premier wedding & events venue.
Youll work closely with the general manager, three highly motivated colleagues in the sales team and a passionate events operations team to manage and oversee the full event sales cycle, from initial enquiry to post event follow up.
Job description: Your main duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Managing and developing strong relationships with potential and existing clients from the wedding, conference and leisure sectors Dealing with daily email correspondence related to new enquiries, existing business and other matters Conducting wedding and event showarounds and appointments with clients Provide event planning support and collaborate with wedding couples and event organisers to ensure a smooth and successful event Upselling products and services to maximise revenue opportunities Creating Banquet Event Orders and carrying out other daily administration tasks Liaising with the marketing team on marketing initiatives, guest feedback and business development opportunities.
Occasional duties include, but are not limited to: Attend training courses as required Occasionally assist the operations team to support service delivery Perform any other duties that may be requested by the sales manager and/or general manager Essential attributes youll need include: Min.
of 2 years events sales experience in the hospitality or wedding sector Highly organised with a structured working practice and an ability to multi-task Strong IT and writing skills with an excellent knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel Great interpersonal and communication skills Be smart, well presented, and have the ability to remain calm when under pressure Be motivated to deliver responsive, proactive support to all heads of departments Desirable but not essential; Experience with hotel PMS systems Your rewards In addition to a competitive salary, we offer an opportunity to grow and develop within a dynamic team.
We offer shift flexibility whenever we can, as well as free staff meals on shifts and free parking.
If you want to treat your friends and family, well give you 50% off food, special family and friends rates for overnight stays and reduced green fees at Blackwood Golf.
Benefits Competitive salary Free parking Free staff meals on shift 50% discount for friends & family in our Coq & Bull Brasserie How to apply: Please send your CV and a covering letter by clicking Apply below.
The covering letter should include the following details: Reason why you are applying for this job Details of any experience in the hospitality or bridal sector Any other relevant information in support of your application Closing date Tuesday 17th June 2025