Job Description:
Salary: From £26K (+ bonus potential)
We are seeking a talented individual with proven event management experience and a strong sales background to join our team. In this role, you'll be responsible for selling, planning, and delivering weddings at the stunning Davenport House in Bridgnorth.
Key Responsibilities:
* On-the-Day Support & Progression to Manage Your Own Weddings: Assist Wedding Planners in delivering exceptional wedding days, with progression to managing your own portfolio of couples. Prepare documentation to ensure all departments are aligned, and work closely with clients to deliver décor, logistics, and planning to the highest standard.
* Lead Follow-Up: Respond promptly to new enquiries by phone and email, building rapport and driving conversions.
* Venue Show Rounds: Host engaging tours of Davenport House, showcasing its features and answering questions to secure bookings.
* Proposals & Packages: Create and send tailored wedding proposals, pricing packages, and availability details to prospective couples.
* Sales & Planning Administration: Manage CRM systems, maintain accurate client records, track communications, and organise appointments.
* Bookings & Contracts: Negotiate and finalise bookings, prepare contracts, collect deposits, and complete all associated sales paperwork.
About Davenport House
Davenport House is a breathtaking Grade I listed country house set in the Shropshire countryside. As a family-run, ambitious, and forward-thinking venue, we specialise in luxury weddings, events, and bespoke corporate functions.
We pride ourselves on creating unforgettable experiences and are looking for a dynamic, sales-driven team member who is passionate, motivated, and eager to grow with us. This is a rare opportunity to join a thriving team, work with world-class partners, and play a key role in shaping the future of our venue.
Requirements
* Proven track record in sales, consistently securing new business and meeting/exceeding targets.
* Event management experience.
* Skilled in qualifying, pursuing, and closing sales leads.
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
* Strong organisational abilities with a keen eye for detail.
* Ability to problem-solve, adapt quickly, and remain calm under pressure.
* Genuine passion for delivering exceptional service and creating magical events.
What We Offer
* The opportunity to become a key member of a thriving, ambitious business.
* Clear targets, incentives, and bonuses for securing luxury weddings and events.
* Excellent career progression as the venue expands.
* A warm, supportive, and passionate team environment.
* Flexible working hours and on-site parking.
* A chance to truly make your mark and shape the future direction of Davenport House.
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free on-site parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £26,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person