Our client is seeking a dynamic Head of Sales and Events to lead their team in Birmingham.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive income generation from event hire, including conferencing, room hire, and special events across varied spaces.
The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, customer-focused, and have a proven track record in sales and business development.
With a competitive salary of £35,000 on offer, this role presents a fantastic opportunity.
What you'll do: Drive income generation from event hire.Continuously research the market to identify businesses or sectors currently under-represented in our client's base, developing strategies to reach these markets.Work closely with various teams within the organisation to understand and identify hire opportunities, developing plans and packages that drive business throughout the financial year.Build relationships with the local business community, promoting venue hire spaces.Oversee the financial administration of the Events business, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.Manage the Sales Team responsible for generating and converting enquiries.Champion excellent customer service and exceed customer expectations.Work with the Marketing team to deliver the Event Sales marketing plan.What you bring: Proven experience in sales and business development roles.Experience in event management and operational delivery.Understanding of event catering delivery.Hands-on experience of venue management software.Strong communication, influencing, and negotiation skills.Experience managing event sales and delivery teams.Ability to deliver income and expenditure budgets.What sets this company apart: Our client is a renowned arts centre located in Birmingham, known for their unique venue spaces which are perfect for hosting a variety of events such as conferences, special events, exhibitions, etc.
They have a dedicated team of professionals who work tirelessly to ensure the success of each event and are committed to providing excellent customer service and creating memorable experiences for their clients.
What's next: Ready to take the next step in your career?
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