We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Events Executive at the luxury 4* Johnstown Estate Hotel and Spa.
Objective of the Role
Reporting to the Conference and Events Sales Manager, the Events Executive will be responsible for maximizing the sales potential and achieving the Event and Wedding sales targets of the hotel.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
To proactively generate meeting and events enquiries for the team.
To work at promotional shows and stands to promote the hotel.
To meet weekly KPI targets on sales appointments and promotional shows.
To work with the proactive and reactive sales teams to deliver meetings and events budgeted revenue weekly/monthly.
To give input on activity and new ideas to generate revenue to the quarterly and annual sales and marketing plan.
To conduct site inspections on the property with potential clients.
To build and develop relationships with wedding couples and clients.
To negotiate with clients and achieve maximum revenue/profit potential while satisfying client needs.
To close prospects as confirmed bookings and maximize all revenue potential by upselling in all revenue producing areas.
Requirements
1 - 2 years previous event sales or wedding coordinating experience in a hotel or venue.
Experience working with customers.
An excellent command of the English language.
Excellent organizational skills.
Possess the ability to see an opportunity, act on it, and secure revenue for the hotel.
Strong selling and interpersonal skills.
High level of creativity.
Full driving license is essential.
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