Job Introduction
Sales and Events Executive
- €35,000 per annum
- Holiday Saturday Fund (HSF)
- Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks Card)
- Entertainment discounts – up to 55% off cinema tickets
- Health & Wellbeing discounts
- Shopping discounts – Save up to 15% at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping Cards
- Meals on duty
- PRSA scheme and Life Assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- 20 days + BH’s
- Competitive and supportive family benefits
- Holiday purchase scheme
- On-going training & development and career pathways
- Professional subscriptions paid
- Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products
About us:
Levy UK & Ireland is the vibrant and exciting sector of Compass Group, the world’s largest catering company. We work at some of the greatest venues in the world, delivering legendary experiences in food, drink, and hospitality.
In Ireland, we are proud to have a wealth of long-standing partnerships with venues across sport and events. Our partnerships include venues such as the Aviva Stadium, the Dublin Convention Centre and a number of racecourses including Leopardstown Racecourse and Fairyhouse Racecourse.
We are culinary champions – it’s what we do and it’s what we are passionate about. At the core of our work is the belief that sustainably sourced great food and drink, coupled with exceptional service is key to creating legendary experiences.
Focused on ‘doing the right thing’ for our people and the planet, sustainability, wellbeing, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what we do.
We have a commitment to being Net Zero by 2027, are official partners of the British Paralympic Association, and are proud to pay all our team members at least the Real Living Wage or London Living Wage.
We collaborate with some of the UK and Ireland’s most game-changing and well-loved brands, all sharing our vision for bringing best-in-class experiences.
More about the role:
You will drive business opportunities and maximise both race day and non race day business by increasing venue sales by soliciting new meeting and event business from all target markets. Organically growing allocated existing key accounts in accordance with the sales and marketing plan.
You will be proactive and achieve results in a fast paced environment. This role reports directly into the Sales and Events Manager.
- Being commercially aware & keyed into changes within the industry
- Achieve monthly KPIs and targets as set out by the Sales and Events Manager
- Research and target specific market segments through sales activities to deliver revenue targets.
- Seek and follow leads to acquire new business and drive the cycle from prospecting to closing sales
- Develop and maintain a database of existing and potential customers, identifying new business opportunities and following up on existing leads
- Responsible for the successful execution of events from initial enquiry through to completion and follow up
- Fully proficient in the event process client visits, event brief issue, deposit collecting and billing follow up as required
About you:
- Passionate about the sales process and event management
- Self-motivated and pro-active in seeking out new business and building relationships
- Creative thinker who is a problem solver
- Excellent planning and organisation skills
- Experience in Delphi is desirable but not essential
- Good communicator who enjoys meeting with new people and embracing new opportunities
- Highly organised and proficient in using Microsoft Office programs
- Must be process driven and detail orientated
- Proven experience in a proactive sales environment preferably in venue/hotel/agency
- Flexibility with work schedule, working 5 days over 7
At Levy UK & Ireland, we take pride in fostering a workplace culture that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusion. We believe that our differences are our greatest strengths, and we are committed to creating an environment where every individual is valued, respected, and empowered. Our team is a vibrant tapestry of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, which enriches our creativity, innovation, and overall success. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities, promoting fairness, and ensuring that all voices are heard.
We firmly believe that a diverse team leads to innovation and creativity. We welcome candidates from all walks of life and backgrounds to join us in our mission to create a supportive and equitable work environment where everyone has the chance to excel and collaborate.
Join us in our journey towards a more diverse and inclusive world, where every person has the chance to thrive and contribute their unique talents. Together, we can achieve greatness.
We collaborate with some of the UK’s most game-changing and well-loved brands, all sharing our vision for bringing best-in-class experiences.