British handmade, Luxury Sailcloth Tents for hire with furnishings throughout the South and East of England
Sales & Events Account Manager
Full Time | 4 or 5 Days per Week
Office-based | Tonbridge, Kent
Competitive Salary + Commission (depending on experience)
Sail & Peg is one of the UK’s leading Luxury Sailcloth Tent Hire companies, creating exceptional weddings, private celebrations and corporate events across the UK.
As our business continues to grow, we’re looking for an ambitious and experienced Sales & Events Account Manager to join our office team in Tonbridge.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong background in sales and events who thrives on building relationships, converting enquiries into bookings and delivering an outstanding client experience.
You will manage your own portfolio of enquiries, confidently guide clients through the booking journey and play a key role in driving sales and supporting the continued growth of Sail & Peg.
If you’re organised, commercially minded, personable and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.
The Role
As our Sales & Events Account Manager, you will be responsible for managing the complete client journey, including:
- Responding promptly to new sales enquiries via phone and email
- Building strong relationships with prospective and existing clients
- Understanding each client’s event requirements and recommending the most suitable marquee and hire solutions
- Preparing detailed quotations and proposals
- Proactively following up quotations to maximise conversion rates
- Confidently negotiating and closing sales
- Managing your own sales pipeline and maintaining accurate CRM records
- Working closely with our operations team to ensure a seamless handover from booking to event delivery
- Liaising with venues, suppliers and clients throughout the planning process
- Delivering exceptional customer service from initial enquiry through to the final event
- Identifying opportunities to upsell additional products and services
- Supporting the achievement of sales targets and contributing to the continued growth of the business
About You
We’re looking for someone who has:
- Proven experience in a sales, account management or business development role
- Experience within the events industry, marquee hire, hospitality, venues or weddings
- Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
- Confidence speaking with clients both over the phone and via email
- Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail
- The ability to manage multiple enquiries and priorities in a busy office environment
- A proactive, positive and solutions‑focused attitude
- Strong commercial awareness with a passion for delivering outstanding customer experiences
- Confidence working independently while contributing positively to a close-knit team
What We Offer
- Competitive salary depending on experience
- Attractive commission structure
- Full-time permanent position
- Office-based role in Tonbridge, Kent
- Choice of a 4 or 5‑day working week
- The opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most beautiful weddings and events
Hours
- Full-time
- 4 or 5 days per week
- Office-based in Tonbridge, Kent
Salary
Competitive salary, dependent on experience, plus commission.
Sales Account Manager | Events & Marquee Hire employer: Sail & Peg
Sail & Peg is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Tonbridge, Kent, where creativity and organisation thrive. As a leading luxury sailcloth marquee company, we provide our team with flexible freelance opportunities, competitive pay, and the chance to be part of memorable events that make a real impact. Our supportive culture encourages professional growth and collaboration, making it an ideal place for those who are passionate about event coordination and administration.
