Job: Wedding & Events Sales Manager
Location: Teesside, UK
Salary: £38,000-£42,000 per annum + performance bonus
Work Schedule: Full-time, including evenings and weekends as required
Start Date: ASAP
Overview and Opportunity
Achieve Hospitality is delighted to be supporting the launch of an exciting new, landmark hospitality and events venue in Teesside, in the search for a talented Wedding & Events Sales Manager .
Combining stunning event spaces with on-site accommodation, this new destination will cater for weddings, corporate events, conferences, private celebrations and special occasions.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in building the venue’s reputation from the ground up, driving sales, developing new business relationships and turning enquiries into confirmed bookings.
Job Description
As Wedding & Events Sales Manager, you will take ownership of the sales pipeline from initial enquiry through to confirmed booking, delivering exceptional client experiences and maximising revenue across weddings, corporate events and accommodation.
You will conduct venue show rounds, develop relationships with couples, corporate clients and event planners, and proactively generate new business through networking, outreach and marketing initiatives.
Working closely with the operational team, you will ensure every booking is delivered seamlessly while helping shape the venue’s brand, sales strategy and marketing presence. As the business grows, you will also have the opportunity to contribute to developing the wider events team.
Role Responsibilities
Manage the sales pipeline across weddings, corporate events, conferences and private celebrations.
Conduct venue show rounds and convert enquiries into confirmed bookings.
Build relationships with local businesses, corporate clients, wedding suppliers, agencies and event planners.
Proactively generate new business through networking, outreach and promotional campaigns.
Develop attractive event packages, pricing strategies and accommodation-inclusive offerings.
Coordinate bookings from initial enquiry through to event delivery, working closely with operations.
Achieve sales targets and identify opportunities to maximise revenue.
Support the development of the venue’s brand identity, website, social media and marketing campaigns.
Contribute to building and developing the events team as the business expands.
Candidate Requirements
At least two to three years’ experience in wedding, events, corporate or venue sales.
A proven track record of achieving sales targets and converting enquiries into bookings.
Experience managing events from initial enquiry through to delivery.
Confident building relationships with both private and corporate clients.
Strong networking, negotiation and communication skills.
Commercially minded, with an understanding of pricing, packages and revenue growth.
Highly organised, proactive and able to manage multiple bookings simultaneously.
Confident using CRM platforms, booking systems and social media.
Flexible to work evenings and weekends when required.
The ideal candidate will be a confident, self-motivated sales professional who thrives on winning new business, delivering memorable experiences and building something new from the ground up.
Desirable experience includes established contacts across the North East wedding and corporate events market, pre-opening or launch experience, selling accommodation alongside events, and a full UK driving licence.
Benefits
Competitive salary of £38,000-£42,000 per annum plus performance bonus.
A genuine opportunity to help build a new venue’s sales strategy and reputation.
The chance to develop the wedding, corporate and events business from the ground up.
A unique offering combining event spaces and accommodation under one roof.
A varied role with opportunities to influence the brand, marketing and future growth.
A supportive team and an exciting working environment.
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