Job Description
Sales & Events Manager
Hotel Overview
This leading 4-star property in Letterkenny, featuring:
123 bedrooms
A major ballroom/wedding venue accommodating
******* guests
Regular large-scale events including
country music concerts, gigs, and conferences
Multiple meeting rooms and conference facilities
The hotel is well-established as a key events, corporate, and wedding destination in the North West.
Role Overview
The
Sales & Events Manager
is responsible for driving revenue across weddings, corporate business, meetings, and large events.
This is a high-impact role requiring strong organisational ability, a proactive sales mindset, and the confidence to represent the hotel within the local business community.
You will oversee the full event cycle-from initial inquiry and show-around to planning, contract negotiation, and on-the-day coordination (where required).
The ideal candidate will have strong relationship-building skills, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for delivering exceptional client experiences.
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Business Development
Grow and develop
corporate accounts
, including conferences, meetings, and business events.
Actively promote the hotel as a corporate and events venue across the region.
Engage with local business networks,
Chamber of Commerce
, and external partners to generate leads.
Conduct client show-arounds and convert sales inquiries into confirmed bookings.
Manage online and offline sales channels to maximise event and corporate revenue.
Weddings & Social Events
Act as primary contact for wedding couples from inquiry to event delivery.
Host wedding consultations, tours, and showcases.
Prepare detailed event proposals, contracts, and function sheets.
Coordinate with departments (banqueting, kitchen, reservations) to ensure seamless execution.
Event Management & Coordination
Manage logistics for concerts, gigs, conferences, and special events.
Liaise with vendors, suppliers, and entertainers to ensure smooth planning.
Oversee event timelines, setups, and client communication.
Support with on-the-day coordination when required.
Administration & Reporting
Maintain accurate event files, contracts, and booking systems.
Track sales performance and provide monthly forecasting updates.
Ensure compliance with hotel standards and procedures.
Salary & Benefits
€40,000 per annum
No current bonus structure, but
may be negotiable
for the right candidate
Standard company benefits (meals, parking, training, staff discounts, pension auto-enrolment)
Candidate Profile
Proven experience in hotel sales, events, weddings, or a similar hospitality role.
Strong sales acumen with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
Excellent communication, organisation, and presentation skills.
Comfortable representing the hotel at networking events and trade showcases.
Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously and work to deadlines.
A proactive, confident, and professional approach
#J-*****-Ljbffr