Events Sales Executive £28000 Knebworth House & Barns, featuring a grand 500-year-old house and 250 acres of parkland, is an ideal option for everything from team building days and training to conferences and exhibitions. The lavish and historic surroundings are beautiful settings for a weddings, social occasions and gala dinners too. As well as being a beautiful setting, you may be intrigued to learn Knebworth House is also known as ‘The Stately Home of Rock’. The Rolling, Stones, Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Queen, Oasis and Robbie Williams as well as over 100 other major artists have played Knebworth Festivals since 1974. As well as concerts, Knebworth House has made starring appearances on the big screen in major feature films, series and music videos with highlights including Batman, The Crown and The King’s Speech.We\'re currently recruiting for a self motivated individual with a strong desire to work within a sales and events environment. As Event Sales Executive, who will be responsible for ensuring every customer receives a high standard and seamless service from initial enquiry through to confirmation and then handover to the operations team. This role is on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week.As Event Sales Executive, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.We ensure you\'re rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:Onsite free car parkingContributory pension schemeGrow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmesQuick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefitsExclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many moreSave money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury\'s, Morrisons and many moreUp to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbusterReceive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brandsUn-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classesYou can share all discounts and offers with your friends and familiesCould you bring your spark to Restaurant Associates? Here\'s what you need to know before applying:The successful Event Sales Executive will undertake the following duties:Promptly respond to all incoming sales enquiries, drive conversion rate, arrange site visits and contract bookingPlan all aspects of the events to completion and then handover to operations team for deliveryNurture client relationships to maximise all upselling and sales opportunitiesNetwork with internal and external stakeholdersOur ideal Event Sales Executive will have:Experience in similar role Excellent written abilityStrong communication skillsStrong organisation skillsAn ability to sell a product / package.Ability to deal with a wide range of peopleGood attention to detailAbout UsPart of Compass Group UK&I, Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK\'s leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive? because diversity is our strength!LocationKnebworth, Knebworth, SG1 2AX, United Kingdom
