Group, Conference And Events Sales Executive in Earl Shilton

Location: Hilton

Salary: £24,000 per year

Recruiter: Hilton

Job Hours: Full-time

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WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES - No two days or two hotels are the same, but our spirit and passion for hospitality always brings all our teams together to create a culture of inclusiveness, positivity and drive to achieve our common goal. “To share the light and warmth of hospitality”. With amazing training, resources and support from both managers and colleagues, there is always an opportunity to develop and grow.

Annual Salary of £24,000

Please note the role will start in January or February 2024 at the earliest

A WORLD OF REWARDS

Discounted membership to the on-site LivingWell Health Club

Free and healthy meals when on duty

Grow your Career !

Personal Development programmes designed to support you at every step of your career

A chance to make a difference through our Corporate Responsibility programmes – Find out what and how we are doing ()

Team Member Travel Program: discounted hotel nights plus 50% off Food and Beverages (subject to individual outlets)

Team Member Referral Program

High street discounts: with Perks at Work

Holiday: 28 daysincluding bank holidays (increasing yearly to up to 33 days)

Discounted dental and health cover

Discounted Car Parking

Up to 4 weeks temporary accommodation if relocatingat a discounted rate

Modern and inclusive Team Member’s areas

A Group, Conference, and Events (GCE) Sales Executive will maximise revenue opportunities in the areas of group reservations, conferences and events by driving sales leads and increasing conversions.

What will I be doing?

As Group, Conference, and Events (GCE) Sales Executive, you will maximise revenue opportunities in the areas of group reservations, conferences and events by driving sales leads and increasing conversions. The GCandE Sales Executive will interact frequently with Guests and customers with the intention of earning repeat and expanded business. Specifically, a Group, Conference, and Events (GCE) Sales Executive will perform the following tasks to the highest standards:

Receive and convert incoming enquiries to achieve targets and maximize revenue

Seek opportunities to increase sales and conversions within the Team

Manage an events schedule to maximise yield

Focus on a consistently executed up-selling approach

Build strong relationships with customers to fully understand their needs

Arrange and carry out Hotel show rounds

Ensure the complete administration and execution of all planned events

Participate in hotel promotional activities

What are we looking for?

A Group, Conference, and Events (GCE) Sales Executive serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

Good organisational and administration skills

Positive attitude and good communication skills

Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service

Confident telephone manner

High level of IT skills

Excellent grooming standards

Demonstrated previous experience working in a Sales environment

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

Knowledge of the hotel property management systems

Demonstrated previous experience working in the Conference and Events function

Qualification, degree, or certification in a relevant field

EVERY JOB MAKES THE STAY.

At Hilton, It Matters Where You Stay, but The Stay is only one side of the story. We know it takes hundreds of jobs to create unforgettable experiences for our guests – and behind every job, there’s an extraordinary person working to make each Stay magical. That’s why at Hilton, Every Job Makes the Stay.

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MEANINGFUL BENEFITS FOR YOUR CAREER & WELL-BEING

We support the well-being and performance of Team Members with industry-leading rewards, recognition and support to meet their needs and dreams: Best-in-Class PTO
Go Hilton Travel Discount Program
Hotel rates as low as $40/night! Health & Welfare Benefit Plans Debt-Free Education Retirement Savings Program Employee Stock Purchase Plan Mental Wellness Support
Flexible Schedules Access to your pay when you need it
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