The Bristol, Bristol
The Bristol enjoys an unbeatable waterfront location in the heart of one of the UK's most exciting cities. Blending a modernist façade with an interior where warm contemporary design pervades, The Bristol is all at once a wonderful leisure and business destination with its lively harbourside position offering lively local ambience. Our team care about sustainability and wellbeing and put these into practice with our values and the way we work.
We are looking for an experienced and driven Meetings & Events Sales Manager to join our team at The Bristol Hotel. In this role, you will be responsible for proactively generating and developing meetings and events business, building strong relationships with clients and bookers, and driving revenue growth across the hotel. You will lead the M&E sales function, manage key accounts, oversee event sales activity, and ensure exceptional customer service while delivering against sales targets and business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Drive Meetings & Events sales revenue and achieve agreed sales targets
Develop and manage new and existing corporate and event accounts
Conduct regular client meetings, site visits and sales calls
Negotiate rates and contracts in line with company guidelines
Lead and support the M&E Sales team to deliver strong commercial performance
Maintain accurate sales reporting, forecasting and database management
Build lasting relationships with clients, bookers and internal stakeholders
Represent the hotel at trade shows, networking events and client entertainment activities
Ensure exceptional customer service throughout the sales and booking journey
Work closely with operational teams to maximise business opportunities and guest satisfaction
The perks of working at The Bristol
Free car park
28 days of holiday including public holidays, increasing to 33 days with length of service
Free meals on duty
Discounted hotel rooms for you, your family and friends
50% off food when dining with the Doyle Collection
Great location with easy access to public transport
In-house training team dedicated to your personal development
Reward and recognition programmes
Save money with our Cycle to Work scheme
Plan for your future with our pension
Mental and physical wellbeing tools
Step Forward Day - a day to spend giving to charity
Monthly team engagement and communications events
Staff summer and Christmas parties
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