Sales Executive

As our Sales Executive you will report to the Director of Sales and help create professional relationships with new corporate and agency clients, promoting the property’s Meeting and Event facilities. The role will involve:

Conducting appointments, either on-site, at client offices or industry events, to showcase the hotel facilities and generate enquiries for future business.

Researching and pro-actively converting new corporate opportunities, with a particular focus on generating new conferences, day meetings and transient corporate accounts.

Assisting in the creation and implementation of a cohesive, ‘pro-active’ sales plan for the conference, events, corporate and local & UK markets.

Developing a sales culture which demonstrates flair and passion within the Sales Office

Assist the Director of Sales with key projects and campaigns

Do you have Hotel or Events Venue sales experience? Would you like to develop your experience in a proactive Venue Sales role?, Previous Sales experience from within the hospitality sector such as Hotels or Event venues

Proactive in taking stepts to meet and exceed goals

Excellent organisation and presentation skills to be able to positively represent De Vere

Good IT skills e.g. MS Outlook, PowerPoint, Canva

Proven ability to communicate clearly and persuasively

In return you will receive a salary of 27,810 per annum and excellent benefits including discounted staff stays at De Vere Hotels, free meals on duty and a paid day off to celebrate on your birthday to name just a few!, The Pay & Benefits:

At De Vere we pay attention to the thoughtful details that inspire the loyalty of our permanent colleagues. That’s why we are proud to offer the following benefits for the role of Sales Executive.

• 27,810 per year

• Free meals on duty in our colleague dining facilities

• Stay in shape with complimentary use of the Leisure Club facilities saving you money on costly gym memberships

• We believe in celebrating your special moments too, which is why we offer an extra paid day off for your birthday, along with a 20 love to shop voucher.

• As a token of our gratitude for your loyalty, we’ll treat you to an annual complimentary 2-night stay with dinner in a De Vere property of your choice, plus additional monetary rewards for reaching long service milestones

• Discover exclusive perks with our 50 colleague rates for overnight stays at De Vere properties, accompanied by a fantastic 50% discount on Food & Beverage.

• 28 days holiday each year (increasing annually up to 33 days)

• Venue closure over the Christmas period allowing you time off to enjoy the festive season

• Explore our Exclusively Yours Benefits portal, unlocking hundreds of discounts on retail, travel, and leisure activities.

• We are committed to your growth and offer excellent career progression opportunities, including access to our Apprenticeship programmes and study support.

• Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Programme, Hospitality Action, providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including free counselling.

• Experience the flexibility and convenience of Wagestream, our financial wellbeing platform, granting you instant access to your pay when you need it.

• We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our monthly colleague recognition programme, You Are De Vere, culminating in an exciting annual colleague recognition event.

• Join a supportive team that knows how to have fun with regular team appreciation events, including memorable Christmas and Summer parties.

• Gain peace of mind with our Company Life Assurance scheme, ensuring financial security for your loved ones.