AddressActing as a hub for music, art, dialogue, food and of course, world-class events, Kings Place has become the go-to venue for some of the world’s biggest and most forward-thinking brands.
King`s Place is the very first site of Green and Fortune established in 2008 – it is the place where it all started! Now we are operating across 4 locations as the business has grown and continues to grow. We operate by “one team” approach and we are currently looking to recruit Events Sales Manager to join us.
AS THE EVENTS SALES MANAGER YOU WILL:
- Be a key point of contact for incoming enquiries
- Support the team in growing the portfolio of key client accounts
- Support with the planning of events from initial enquiry, such as providing menu tasting notes, menus, table plans, function sheets and filling
- Create bespoke proposals for enquiries within agreed time frames
- Raise and issue contracts, invoices, and final invoices for clients within agreed time frames
- Write accurate function sheets to ensure seamless delivery by the operations team
- Conduct site show arounds and menu tasting with clients, as appropriate
- Upsell menus, wines, and packages as far as reasonably possible
- Work in conjunction with Kings Place Music Foundation at Kings Place, who help us to deliver the events with their production and technical teams
- Maintain a knowledge of all competitors
The candidate will need to have excellent sales and negotiation skills, initiative, drive and enthusiasm. Good planning and organizational skills will be essential, and a good knowledge of accounts and finance is important.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in an events or sales role. The role is predominantly office based however the candidate will be required to be at industry events and networking opportunities outside the regular Monday to Friday working hours, both evenings and weekends.
WHAT DO WE OFFER IN RETURN?
- Sales Bonus
- Company Sick Pay
- Life Insurance ( 2 x annual salary)
- 50% discount in our restaurant and 25% off at our cafes
- Holidays increasing with length of service
- Loyalty bonuses in line with the length of service.
- One paid day off each year to get involved in any community or charity volunteering activity of your choice as we believe in the power of giving back
- Retail, Grocery and Gym Discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Refer your friend scheme
- Learning and Development Portal and further education with apprenticeship programs
- G&F Support Scheme
- WeCare: 24/7 online GP, mental health support, Financial and legal wellbeing, get fit programmes, and many more for you and your family members
- Hospitality Action – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Opportunity to work 1 day per week from home after passing probation
A LITTLE BIT ABOUT US
Since launching in 2008, Green & Fortune has established itself as an award-winning independent hospitality company operating across both retail and events. We operate in four iconic London venues that consist of Kings Place in Kings Cross, Sea Containers and Rose Court on South Bank and Central Hall in Westminster. Hospitality is in our blood and we truly care about our people. Hence, we aim to bring in people who care and are committed to making our customers happy. What's the next step? Just apply! We are eager to hear from you.
If this position seems suitable for you, do not hesitate to get in touch to receive a full job specification for the role. We are fully committed to supporting individuals with disabilities in applying for our vacancies. If you have a disability and require support throughout the recruitment process, please contact our People team at people@greenandfortune.co.uk, and let us know what adjustments you may need. We appreciate every applicant who takes the time to submit their CV. However, due to the high volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted. Please note that you must be eligible to work in the UK
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free flu jabs
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Paid volunteer time
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- event sales: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London
