Event Sales Executive

Crieff Hydro Group; Crieff; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel group in Scotland is looking for an Events Executive to support the sales team in creating memorable events at their hotels. You will engage with clients for weddings and corporate events, showcasing your organization and communication skills. The ideal candidate has a passion for event planning and can thrive in a dynamic environment. This role requires a minimum presence at the hotel three days a week, with some weekend availability. Enjoy various benefits including discounted stays and meal allowances.

Benefits

Live-in accommodation

Free meals on shift

Exclusive discounts

Team rate hotel stays

Refer a friend bonus

Guest mention rewards

Wellbeing support

Career progression

Qualifications

• Dynamic and driven personality with creative energy.
• Background in private celebrations and/or corporate events is beneficial.
• Ability to build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support the sales team in planning and converting private events.
• Deliver site visits and respond to enquiries.
• Create proposal documents and contract events.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Resilience in fast-paced environments

Job description

Be part of the Family

We’re a family business through and through – family owned since 1868, family run and with a warm family welcome for guests and team alike. Our seven hotels are unique and set in three stunning Scottish locations. Some are big, some are small, but all offer fantastic food and drink, cozy beds and a wealth of things to do.

We offer an expansive range of benefits to help you make the most of life outside of work, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels heard and valued.

We treat our guests like family, and we support our people the same way. If you’re someone who lives our values of Be Creative, Be Curious, Be Thoughtful, Be Positive and Be You, you’ll fit right in.

Crieff Hydro Hotel

Pretty much in the centre of Scotland, we’re set in a 900acre estate in stunning Perthshire. Home from home, we’ve been welcoming generations of families for 150 years. We have 215 hotel bedrooms, 55 self-catering lodges, six restaurants and over 60 onsite activities– there really is something for everyone!

About the role

At Crieff Hydro Family of Hotels, we’re in the business of creating unforgettable memories that last forever for the many thousands of guests that visit us at our seven hotels and two activity centres across Scotland.

Groups and events are a key part of our offering across our Family of Hotels and we have an exciting opportunity to join our Event Sales Team, to build the wedding and special event business and represent Crieff Hydro Family of Hotels as the leading option in Scotland for meetings, celebrations and weddings.

As the Events Executive, you will support the sales team with the sales process, conversion and planning of private events, including weddings, small corporate groups and family celebrations at Crieff Hydro Hotel, as well as some requirement to assist with enquiries and events for other hotels within the Family.

We’re looking for a dynamic and driven candidate with creative energy and innovative ideas - we want someone who’ll be able to represent the Family of Hotels to potential clients, with a friendly and professional manner.

Some background in private celebrations and/or corporate events and working with bookings systems, would be helpful in this role, however full training will be provided.

You should be excited about the product; we’re looking for someone who can build strong and long-lasting relationships with clients, partners and our internal stakeholders to ensure every client has the best possible experience with us.

You’ll be delivering site visits, responding to enquiries by email, telephone and in person, creating proposal documents and converting and contracting events as part of the wider sales team. This is a hybrid role with a requirement to be in the hotel a minimum of three days per week (with visits to other hotels as needed). Due to the nature of this role some weekend work will be required.

What do we want you to bring to the table?

• Excitement and drive to deliver all @types of events across the Crieff Hydro Family of Hotels, with enthusiasm and an open mind for new opportunities.
• A high level of organisational skills and planning capability to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• The resilience to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow set procedures and complete administrative tasks, providing continuity and accuracy.

What you’ll get from us

• Live-in Accommodation– On-site, affordable housing with bills included may be available. Most rooms are single occupancy with an ensuite, though this isn’t guaranteed. Availability and rates (set by HMRC) can be discussed at interview.
• Free Meals on Shift– Stay fuelled and focused with delicious staff mealswhile you work.
• Exclusive Discounts– Enjoy free leisure membership for you and a partner,30% off retail, 50% of food and drinks, and reduced rates on hotel activities.
• Team Rate Hotel Stays– Take time to recharge withdiscounted staysat all of our hotels from just £30 per night - where will you explore next?
• Refer a Friend Bonus – Earn up to £250-£500 for each successful team member or manager which you recommend to us.
• Guest Mention Rewards – Earn £5 every time a guest gives you a positive shoutout in a review.
• A Friendly & Supportive Team– Work in fun, welcoming environmentwhere team spirit and well-being are a priority.
• Career Progression– With seven hotels, multiple departments, and a wide range of roles, you’ll have plenty of opportunities togrow and explore new career paths.
• Wellbeing Support– Get 24/7 confidential supportvia theHealth Assured Employee Assistance Programme, covering mental health, finances, and more.
• Team Events & Annual Staff Party– We love to celebrate our people! Enjoy team events throughout the year and alegendary annual staff party.

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Please note:

This opportunity does not qualify for sponsorship. To be considered for this role, you must have the right to work in the UK.