Events Sales Manager

Elior Uk; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Greater London seeks a dynamic sales professional to drive business development and establish client relations. Responsibilities include generating new business, responding to enquiries, and managing partnerships with corporate and private clients. The ideal candidate should have experience in events or hospitality sales and be highly proactive. Join a company that values diversity and provides excellent perks, including flexible working and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Free, tasty meals

Flexible working

28 days of holiday

Leave for life’s important moments

Paid volunteering days

Career development opportunities

Pension schemes and life assurance

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Ambitious and results driven.
• Friendly, confident, and positive communicator.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Creative thinker who enjoys developing new business opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business through proactive outreach, networking, and market development.
• Respond to and convert inbound enquiries into confirmed event bookings.
• Conduct venue tours and sales presentations.
• Develop strong relationships with corporate bookers, agencies, local businesses & community organisations.
• Attend industry events and networking opportunities to raise venue awareness.
• Manage CRM pipeline and provide sales reporting.
• Work closely with on-site operations and catering teams to ensure seamless event delivery.
• Achieve and exceed agreed revenue and activity targets.

Skills

Proven experience in venue, events, hospitality, or hotel sales

Strong relationship building and negotiation skills

Confident presenter with excellent written and verbal communication

Highly proactive, self-driven, target oriented

Experience managing a sales pipeline

Job description

Elior Concessions – Elevating Every Day Out

Whether it’s a day out at a heritage site, museum, or entertainment venue, we make every experience extra special with fantastic hospitality and innovative food. We’re the team behind the tasty treats and top-notch service that make every visit special. From a freshly brewed coffee to a gourmet meal, or a quick snack on the go, we turn food breaks into memorable moments.

We’re looking for a dynamic, results‑driven sales professional to lead proactive business development, build strong client relationships, and convert high‑value enquiries into confirmed bookings.

In this role, you’ll champion our unique, nature‑led event spaces to corporate clients, charities, and private buyers, positioning the Wetland Centre as London’s premier destination for standout conferences, meetings, and celebrations. If you’re motivated, commercially minded, and passionate about creating unforgettable event experiences, we’d love to hear from you.

What you'll do...

• Generate new business through proactive outreach, networking, and market development
• Respond to and convert inbound enquiries into confirmed event bookings
• Conduct venue tours and sales presentations
• Develop strong relationships with corporate bookers, agencies, local businesses & community organisations
• Attend industry events and networking opportunities to raise venue awareness
• Manage CRM pipeline and provide sales reporting
• Work closely with on-site operations and catering teams to ensure seamless event delivery
• Achieve and exceed agreed revenue and activity targets

What can you bring?

• Proven experience in venue, events, hospitality, or hotel sales
• Strong relationship building and negotiation skills
• Confident presenter with excellent written and verbal communication
• Highly proactive, self-driven, target oriented
• Experience managing a sales pipeline

Personal Attributes

• Ambitious and results driven
• Friendly, confident, and positive communicator
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Creative thinker who enjoys developing new business opportunities

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That’s why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here’s what’s waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days.
• Leave for life’s important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with!No need for legal names at this stage.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? Toenrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here’s the best part - 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here!Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you’re passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!

We Celebrate You!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we’re happy to help!

Ready to join us? Hit ‘Apply Now’ and let’s chat!