Sales Executive London
Job description
Company Description 116 Pall Mall is a stunning Georgian venue dating back to 1820 in the heart of London. Originally designed by John Nash, the architect behind Marble Arch and Brighton Pavilion; This venue is one of our flagship sites based on Pall Mall with a vast array of decadent event spaces. As an Sales Executive you will receive the following industry leading benefits: 50% discount across Searcys venues Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme Up to 33 days annual leave (dependent on job role) Access to everyday discounts and communication portal Employee assistance programme and qualified Mental Health First Aiders Enrolment into Searcys Champagne School Meals provided on shift when working within one of our venue Your birthday off to celebrate in style A day off to volunteer / give back to the charity of your choice Job Description Searcys are looking to grow their Sales team at 116 Pall Mall and are currently looking for motivated Sales Executive. As a Sales Executive your role will be proactively selling commercial and private events within the Venues. You will be required to work closely with the onsite team, to maximise revenue opportunity for the venue. Salary: up to £32,000pa plus 20% performance related bonus Key Responsibilities: Deliver sales into the venue to achieve the monthly and annual sales target. Receive incoming enquiries in accordance with the Sales Department standards and procedures and to convert them into confirmed business. Conduct show rounds and client visits to a high standard. Help oversee the diary ensuring that all information is accurate, up to date and that all the correct revenue has been inputted. Ensure venue product knowledge and seasonal menus are communicated to clients and actively upsell to increase average spends and revenue opportunities. Create and complete function sheets - detailing all event requirements from start to finish. Ensure in house accounting policies are adhered to and checked. Ensuring billing invoices are completed within agreed timeframes and debt is chased. Maintain good working relationship with the venue and other Searcys sites. Ensure accurate billing for all assigned events To prepare proposals for new enquiries, ensuring venue standards are adhered to and contain best fit/feature expectations for client and maximising yield and revenue. All sales procedures and administration correspondence duties are up to date and completed in a timely fashion as per agreed KPI's. (Proposals, s, Follow-ups and Deposit schedule/payments). To support the sales team to identify and support new leads for future business opportunities. Qualifications Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work independently in a fast-paced and multi-tasking environment. Great team player Proactive sales experience Possess excellent written and oral communication skills, and superior presentation skills Possess excellent interpersonal skills. Must possess strong organisational and time management skills Working knowledge of computer systems (i.e., Microsoft Office) is essential Additional Information Searcys is the longest-running independent catering company in Britain, and last year has celebrated an inspirational 175th year anniversary. We have been fortunate to be acknowledged by the industry and won Events Caterer of the Year 2022 at the prestigious Cateys. Our success is down to the investment we make in developing our people to ensure they can be the best they can. Everyone who joins Searcys will attend our induction where they learn more about us and be supported throughout their journey with us. We invest in development opportunities and are looking to recruit, train and retain the best people in the industry. BaxterStorey
