Meetings & Events Executive: Growth & Development

Dalata Hotel Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent hospitality firm in Manchester is seeking an Events Sales Coordinator to maximize meeting room sales potential. This role requires excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, with experience in customer service being advantageous. You will handle client inquiries, manage sales correspondence, and monitor competitor offerings. Join a supportive environment that prioritizes career development and offers generous benefits, including employee discounts and development programs.

Benefits

Free employee meals on duty

50% Off F&B in all properties

€60 employee rate on rooms

Extra AL day for every year worked

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Development Opportunities through Dalata Academy

Staff Appreciation Initiatives

Qualifications

• 1-year previous event sales or coordinating experience is advantageous, but not essential.
• Experience within the hospitality industry is advantageous.
• Strong selling and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Maximise the sales potential and achieve the meeting room sales budget.
• Handle inquiries related to Meetings & Events via telephone, email, and web.
• Monitor competitor meeting room offerings and acquire new business.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Selling skills

Customer service experience

Tools

Opera System

Job description

A prominent hospitality firm in Manchester is seeking an Events Sales Coordinator to maximize meeting room sales potential. This role requires excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, with experience in customer service being advantageous. You will handle client inquiries, manage sales correspondence, and monitor competitor offerings. Join a supportive environment that prioritizes career development and offers generous benefits, including employee discounts and development programs.