Wedding & Events Executive
New Forest Hotels | Full-time, Permanent
Love people, unforgettable events, and closing deals that actually mean something? We’ve got an exciting opportunity for a Wedding & Events Executive to join our team at New Forest Hotels.
You’ll be working full-time (40 hours a week) on a permanent contract, earning a competitive salary of £27,270 + commission.
Working Pattern
* 5 days over 7 (40 hours per week)
* Weekends are part of the role
* Typical shifts: Tuesday–Saturday or Wednesday–Sunday
What’s in it for you?
* 28 days holiday plus a duvet day on your birthday
* Competitive commission scheme
* Loads of career development & training opportunities
* Free staff parking
* Hospitality Action Wellbeing EAP
* Discounts across our hotels and local attractions
* A supportive, values-led team that actually cares
What you’ll be doing
You’ll be the go-to person for couples and clients planning their big moments—guiding them from first enquiry to sealed deal.
* Responding to email & phone enquiries (inbound and outbound)
* Creating quotes, proposals, contracts, and invoices
* Building strong relationships with new and existing clients
* Hosting show rounds and meeting clients face-to-face
* Upselling where it makes sense (and adds value)
* Managing enquiries through to confirmed bookingsWorking closely with account management & operations teams
* Attending wedding fairs, exhibitions, and networking events
* Ensuring smooth handovers once contracts are signed
* Representing New Forest Hotels with confidence and personality
What we’re looking for
We’re after someone who’s professional, people-focused, and brings great energy to the team.
You are:
* Honest, reliable, and take pride in your work
* Big on teamwork and lifting others up
* Passionate about delivering standout customer experiences
* Organised, proactive, and confident handling clients
* A great communicator—in person, on the phone, and via email
* A natural ambassador for the New Forest Hotels brand
You’ll need:
* GCSEs (or equivalent) in English & Maths (Grade C/4 or above)
* Strong Microsoft skills (Excel, Word, Outlook)
* A confident and friendly phone manner
* A flexible, can-do attitude
* Sales experience (preferred, but not essential)
Our venues are remote, so your own transport is essential.
Sound like you?
If you want to be part of a community that values storytelling, sustainability, and creating genuinely meaningful experiences, we’d love to hear from you.
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