Events Sales Manager?***luxury hotel ***
What's in it for you from day one:
Competitive salary plus service charge and incredible perks and benefits!
Holiday allowance starting at 29 days and increasing with length of service to 37 days.
Nutritious free meals on duty.
Award winning L&D programmes, with over 80 individual courses available, from foundation skills to leadership skills.
Excellent development opportunities with 80% of our managers being home-grown.
Two paid volunteering days each year, so we can give back to our communities.
Access to the Employee Assistance Programme through our partners at Hospitality Action.
Monthly tea parties and annual social events.
Free use of the Health Club.
50% discount on spa treatments.
Complimentary quality uniform and dry-cleaning services.
Staff accommodation available.
What's in it for you later:
Vibrant hotel recognition events and hotel-based incentives, including Employee of the Month and Manager of the Quarter.
Enhanced maternity pay of 13 weeks, fully paid.
Enhanced paternity pay of 2 weeks, fully paid.
£800 baby payment to support you and your baby with the essentials.
Fantastic recommend a friend bonus scheme worth up to £600.
Cross-departmental training available within your property, because we know you're a curious individual.
50% off on food and 25% off on beverages in selected Red Carnation Hotels F&B outlets.
Discounted accommodation rates at Red Carnation Hotels in the UK, Ireland, Guernsey, Geneva, and South Africa!
Were looking for a dynamic Events Sales Manager with a genuine passion for creating exceptional eventsfrom elegant weddings to standout corporate occasions. Join our marvellous team and play a key role in shaping memorable guest experiences in a luxury setting. This full-time position reports to the Director of Sales and offers the opportunity to build lasting client relationships, drive revenue, and bring each event to life from first enquiry to flawless delivery.
Location: The Old Government House Hotel, Guernsey
Employment type: Full Time, permanent
Working pattern: 5 days across the week
Who we are:
The Old Government House Hotel, a stunning five-star property in the heart of St. Peter Port, Guernsey, and part of the renowned Red Carnation Hotel Collection. The hotel enjoys breath taking views across the Channel Islands and towards France and is celebrated for its elegance, history, and exceptional hospitality.
The Red Carnation Hotel Collection is proud to be recognised as an industry leader in hospitality and people development. We were named Best Employer at the 2025 Cateys and received the prestigious AAs Hotel Group of the Year award for 2024. We are especially proud of our dedication to developing our people, having received the Princess Royal Training Award three times (2017, 2020, and 2023) from HRH The Princess Royal and City & Guilds.
Our commitment to excellence has earned us multiple accolades including Top Employer in the United Kingdom for both 2024 and 2025, a certification of our outstanding employee conditions and commitment to workplace excellence and Sustainable Business (2023) at The Cateys.
Key Responsibilities as an Events Sales Manager:
Ensure the smooth running of the Conference and Banqueting department.
Respond to daily enquiries and prepare proposals.
Process function sheets and communicate with the relevant departments.
Deal with and follow up on wedding enquiries and bookings.
Nurture and maintain relationships with clients, both corporate and agency based.
What are we looking for?
Proven experience working as an Events Sales Manager or in a similar role or a luxury hospitality setting.
A genuine passion for making someones wedding, dinner dance, or private event truly memorable, with a strong eye for detail and a commitment to excellence in every event.
A strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, and allergen procedures, with relevant certifications being an advantage.
Excellent organisational and time management skills, ensuring an event runs smoothly from start to finish.
The ability to lead and mentor junior team members, supporting the development of a collaborative and motivated events team.
A proactive and adaptable approach, with the flexibility to meet the changing needs of the business and team.
The ability to stay calm under pressure, showing resilience and a positive attitude in a dynamic environment
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