Head of Sales & Events – Livery Venue (Maternity Cover)
Location: Central London
Contract: Full-time, Maternity Cover (12 months)
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000
Hybrid working available: Yes
We are looking for a Head of Sales & Events to lead the commercial strategy for a prestigious livery venue in London. This maternity cover role includes managing a team of 4 and overseeing the sales and planning of exceptional events across corporate, private, and cultural sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and execute the venue’s sales strategy to maximise bookings and revenue
* Lead, support, and develop a team of 4 sales and event professionals
* Manage the full event process — from initial enquiry through to planning and on-the-day meet & greet (however the operations department will manage the event on the day)
* Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, agencies, and suppliers
* Represent the venue at networking events, showcases, and industry forums
* Monitor sales performance, reporting on targets and pipeline
About You:
* Proven event sales experience, ideally in a heritage or unique venue
* Strong leadership and client-facing skills
* Excellent communication, client service, and organisational abilities
* Commercially driven with a creative approach to sales and marketing
* Ideally, knowledge of livery venues within London and their style of events