Sales executive – conference & events – cirencester, gloucestershire

Sales Executive – Conference & Events – Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Sales Executive – Conference & Events

Location: Cirencester

Salary: £30,378 – £35,608 per annum

Vacancy Type: Permanent, full time (35 hours per week, flexibility required for evenings and weekends)

Closing date: 21st June 2026

Interview dates: 6th July 2026

Be part of something special.

The Royal Agricultural University (RAU) is one of the UK’s leading specialist universities, set on our stunning Cotswold campus. With a successful and growing conference, events and commercial portfolio, this is an exciting time to join our Campus Experience team.

We’re looking for a driven and commercially focused Sales Executive to help continue grow our business and deliver exceptional client experiences.

About the role

Working as part of a small, ambitious team and reporting to the Conference & Events Manager, you will play a key role in driving sales, converting enquiries and building lasting client relationships.

From corporate conferences and training events to weddings, summer schools and University activity, you will help maximise revenue while ensuring a seamless customer journey.

You will:

• Proactively generate and convert new conference, events and accommodation business
• Manage enquiries from first contact through to confirmation
• Build strong client relationships to drive repeat and long-term business
• Deliver engaging show rounds and client visits
• Manage a live sales pipeline and work towards clear income targets
• Cross-sell additional services including CPD, hospitality and accommodation
• Work closely with operational teams to ensure successful delivery of events
• Support sales campaigns, marketing activity and promotional events
• Monitor performance and report on sales activity, conversions and opportunities

This is a fast-paced, varied role ideal for someone who enjoys combining sales, relationship management and customer experience.

About you

You will bring:

• Experience in a sales, events or hospitality environment
• A track record of working in a target-driven role
• Strong communication, organisation and relationship-building skills
• A proactive, confident and results-focused approach
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Commercial awareness and a passion for delivering quality experiences

Experience in conferences, hotels, venues or higher education is beneficial, but not essential — what matters most is your energy, drive and ability to convert opportunities into business.

Why join us?

This is an opportunity to be part of a team that is building and shaping a growing commercial operation within the University.

You’ll benefit from:

• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• A beautiful campus location in the heart of the Cotswolds
• Generous holiday entitlement and pension schemeOpportunities for development and progression
• The chance to play a direct role in growing revenue and enhancing the RAU experience

If you are looking for a role where you can sell, influence and make a real impact, we would love to hear from you.