Job Description Job Title: Field Sales Executive Location: Ashridge House, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4 1NS Reports to: Business Development Manager The Opportunity To maximize the revenue of Ashridge House, we are currently seeking an experienced Field Sales Executive to pro‐actively sell into the B2B market – from conferences to teambuilding and corporate events. This is a unique opportunity to manage a client’s entire journey, from sales, account management to onsite delivery working in conjunction with the hospitality teams. This role is target driven and requires a ‘nothing is impossible’ and client centric attitude to exceed targets whilst maintaining the highest level of customer service. If you are sales driven and want to be part of our exciting journey, then we want to hear from you Responsibilities Include Identify clients, contacts and market segments and proactively seek new business Manage and grow client accounts to maximise revenue Target potential clients and agencies and make appointments both on-site and off-site, with the expectation of 5 per week Work effectively as a team to reach and exceed personal and team sales target Secure and attend client visits, networking events, FAM trips and represent Ashridge House at trade shows Maintain strong sales pipeline through call management, lead generation and effective relationship building Develop and deepen relationships with booking agencies and clients to raise the profile of Ashridge House and deliver potential volume clients Prepare accurate and attractive proposals for corporate events Negotiate contractual terms with clients and get sign off to secure business Maximise revenue through upselling – private dining, drinks packages, teambuilding and other Ashridge House related services such as keynote speakers, experiential learning and facilitation Show rounds of the venue for prospective corporate clients Candidate Profile Proven track record in pro- active sales and the ability and ambition to identify and convert new sales prospects Thrives and flourishes under pressure in a target driven environment Experience of managing, growing and nurturing large accounts Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels Able and willing to work flexible hours Ability to think creatively and look ‘outside of the box’ to generate profitable revenue Excellent telephone sales skills Full driving license and car is essential as travelling will be required as the business demands What can we offer you? 25 days paid holiday Free access to the onsite gym Access to the company pension scheme and healthcare schemes Free on-site parking Great learning and development opportunities Regular staff social events About Us Ashridge House is an award winning Grade 1 listed neo-gothic mansion with extensive meeting and event facilities comprising 190 bedrooms, over 30 meeting rooms, 55 syndicate rooms, 7 function rooms and 190 acres of historic parkland and gardens. Delivering the highest standard of service to everyone who visits, dines, and stays with us is a fundamental part of our ethos and key to growing the business. When you join Ashridge House, you join a community from unique backgrounds, all united by pursuing excellence in service and hospitality. Whoever you are, whatever you are passionate about—we welcome you and want you to bring that to work every day. Ashridge House is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to inclusion and belonging across race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, caste, parental status, disability, identity, experience and everything else that makes you unique.