GC&E Sales Executive

GC&E Sales Executive - maximises revenue opportunities in group, conference and events by driving sales leads and increasing conversions.

Job Details

• Job Number: HOT0CHAS
• Location: The Waldorf Hilton, London Aldwych, London WC2B 4DD
• Salary: £29,547.13 a year + Sales Incentives (39 Hours a week)

Responsibilities

• Receive and convert incoming enquiries to achieve targets and maximise revenue
• Seek opportunities to increase sales and conversions within the team
• Manage an events schedule to maximise yield
• Focus on a consistently executed up selling approach
• Build strong relationships with customers to fully understand their needs
• Arrange and carry out hotel show rounds
• Ensure the complete administration and execution of all planned events
• Participate in hotel promotional activities

Qualifications

• Good organisational and administration skills
• Positive attitude and good communication skills
• Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service
• Confident telephone manner
• High level of IT skills
• Demonstrated previous experience working in a sales environment
• Knowledge of hotel property management systems (advantageous)
• Previous experience in the conference and events function (advantageous)
• Relevant qualification, degree, or certification (advantageous)

Benefits

• Smart uniform provided and laundered
• Free and healthy meals when on duty
• Career development programmes to support you at every step of your career
• Opportunity to progress to Food and Beverage Team Leader or Restaurant Supervisor
• Team Member Travel Programme - discounted hotel nights plus 50% off food and beverages (subject to individual outlets)
• High street discounts via Perks at Work
• Holiday entitlement: 28 days including bank holidays, increasing yearly to up to 33 days
• Discounted dental and health cover
• Modern and inclusive team member areas