At a Glance
- Tasks: Sell event spaces and manage client relationships at a vibrant venue.
- Company: The Truman Brewery, a creative hub in East London.
- Benefits: 28 days holiday, flexible hours, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Join a fun team and enjoy opportunities for growth in a lively setting.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in the exciting events industry with hands-on experience.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a passion for the events market.
The predicted salary is between 22050 - 26950 £ per year.
The Truman Brewery, once home to London's largest brewery, is now East London's primary destination for the public and creative businesses alike.
The Truman Brewery, East London's landmark destination, is looking to recruit new and energetic staff to join our Venue Sales Team.
The successful candidate will work as directed by the wider sales team to effectively sell our dry hire event spaces through a network of incoming enquiries.
The Truman Brewery plays host to a wide array of different event types and creative projects.
This is a hands-on, client facing role which would initially focus on converting inbound pop-up event enquiries and filming & photography projects hosted across the Truman Brewery estate.
This is a great entry level opportunity to develop your career and join a dynamic team within one of London's vibrant neighbourhoods.
Role Overview
- Effectively sell The Truman Brewery’s event venues and event services to maximise venue sales turnover.
- Reactive Sales - dealing with incoming enquiries from new and pre-existing clients, to convert into bookings.
- Work closely with the Operations Team in maintaining the smooth management and delivery of the events on site.
- Develop and manage strong working relationships with clients through great service and actively follow-up renegotiations.
- Managing internal systems and databases to ensure administrative accuracy.
- Meeting clients, conducting site visits and understanding event requirements.
- Develop excellent knowledge of the different venues, the type of events best suited and operational procedures involved in running multiple events in multiple venues across a busy estate.
Skills Required
- Great interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage and adapt with a wide array of clients across a variety of industries.
- A keen interest and clear idea of the UK events market, event organisers, agencies and venue competitors.
- Self-motivated, hardworking, focused and determined in your approach to work.
- A confident demeanour to help facilitate venue site visits, contract negotiations and relationship management.
- Terms of Employment
Probation period: 6 months.
Flexibility: Some evening or weekend work will be required at times.
We offer 28 days holiday paid inclusive of bank holidays.
Holiday entitlement begins after your first 3 months of working.
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EVENT JUNIOR VENUE SALES employer: Truman Brewery
The Truman Brewery is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture in the heart of East London, where creativity and collaboration thrive. As part of our Venue Sales Team, you'll enjoy opportunities for professional growth while engaging with diverse clients in a dynamic environment. With competitive benefits including 28 days of holiday and a supportive team atmosphere, this role is perfect for those looking to kickstart their career in the events industry.
