Overview
HR and Recruitment Administrator at Conundrum Consulting Ltd. | Hospitality Sales Executive
Newbury Racecourse is an award-winning sporting venue with a multi-functional site hosting around 30 racedays per year, plus a wide range of other events including concerts, weddings, conferences, on-site hotel and the Rocking Horse Nursery.
We are seeking a Hospitality Sales Executive to join our friendly Sales Team and assist in the day-to-day sales activity for boxes and dining to maximise revenue and deliver raceday targets.
Responsibilities
* Proactively represent Newbury Racecourse racing business to potential and existing clients
* Respond to and convert incoming enquiries for raceday hospitality boxes & restaurants
* Manage existing accounts and grow their potential
* Proactively generate new leads to build and enhance the existing customer portfolio
* Prepare detailed and accurate proposals
* Produce contract documents and invoices in a timely manner
* Ensure the booking system is updated in real time to allow for accurate sales forecasting
* On racedays meet and greet, troubleshoot and liaise with customers to deliver an exceptional experience
* Play an integral part in the coordination and delivery of box and dining products by forming a close working relationship with the catering team, ensuring customers’ expectations are exceeded
* Organise sales visits (external and internal)
Qualifications and skills
* Previous experience in a sales environment, preferably with a mix of new business and proactive account management
* Prior experience within the hospitality or sports industries would be advantageous
* Exceptional communication and negotiation skills combined with a flair for customer interaction
* Motivation and enthusiasm for both the position and the Racecourse
* Excellent organisational and administrative skills
Benefits and remuneration
* Competitive salary + benefits
* 25 days holiday per year + Bank Holidays + days in lieu for weekend racedays worked
* Free annual membership to the Racecourse
* Reduced rate childcare at the Rocking Horse Nursery on-site
* Contributory pension scheme matched up to 5%
* Discounted Health Club membership
* Excellent opportunities for training and career growth
How to apply
To apply please email your CV and covering letter including remuneration details to Hugh Nickerson at Conundrum Consulting Ltd. All direct and third party responses will be forwarded to Conundrum.
Equal opportunity notice
Newbury Racecourse is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from talented candidates, regardless of background or personal characteristics.
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