Sales Executive at the QEII Centre
£27,458 per annum
We are QEII Taste, by Levy UK + Ireland, the QEII Centre's award-winning caterers. We are renowned for creating and delivering exceptional guest dining experiences. Based on the core principles of quality, innovation and service, QEII Taste aims to exceed client expectation.
From graduation and awards ceremonies to international conventions, our menus are sure to enhance the event experience. From our prime location in the heart of Westminster, we have hosted over 13,000 events since it was opened by Her Majesty the Queen on the 24th June 1986.
Overall Purpose of the Role:
The QEII Centre is the largest dedicated conference and exhibition space in Central London, and we are looking for a Sales Account Executive to join our friendly team. Working as a part of the Commercial department you will be the first point of contact for clients.
As a Sales Account Executive, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond.
You will be responsible for selling the facilities of the Centre to the UK corporate and agency market. You will be assisting customers with enquiries, setting up accounts and providing excellent customer service.
More about the role:
1. Provide a high level of customer care, ensuring all enquiries are dealt with efficiently and effectively in line with the company guidelines and policies.
2. Ensure the smooth operation of the sales office by defining, documenting, and delivering a professional sales service.
3. Proactively research past and present companies, preparing informative bespoke proposals to meet client objectives.
4. Handle a high volume of enquiries in a timely manner.
5. Be flexible and dedicated to all types of sales enquiries.
6. Follow up all enquiries within the required time frames and record the details on the CRM system.
7. Conduct engaging, informative showrounds of the venue to give the client confidence that the Centre is the best choice for their event.
8. Act as the first point of contact for clients enquiring about the Centre and handle incoming enquiries in a friendly and professional manner.
9. Follow up on all leads and opportunities.
10. Work with the team to achieve budgetary targets.
11. Prepare contracts and all necessary paperwork for the event.
12. Arrange and attend a handover meeting to pass the client on to the operational team.
Benefits:
* Medicash - Healthcare benefits, including dental, optical and therapy treatments (includes up to 4 dependent children)
* Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check
* Exclusive Benefits + Wellbeing site (Perks at Work)
* Entertainment discounts - up to 55% off cinema tickets
* Health and Wellbeing discounts - Discounts for Nuffield Health (20%) and Pure Gym (10%)
* Travel discounts - Discounts with holiday companies such as TUI and Expedia
* Shopping discounts - Save up to 15% at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping Cards
* Meals on duty
* Vodafone discounts
* Pension scheme and Life Assurance
* Employee Assistance Programme
* 23 days + BH's and an additional day off for your birthday
* 2 days additional leave, following return from Maternity leave during the first year back
* Competitive and supportive family benefits
* Day off for baby's 1st birthday
* Holiday purchase scheme
* On-going training & development and career pathways
* Professional subscriptions paid
* Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products
Who we are:
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 the UK, we are proud to have a wealth of long-standing partnerships with venues across sports, entertainment, and events. Our partnerships include venues such as Wimbledon, Twickenham, Edgbaston, Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea, Principality Stadium, Scottish Event Campus (SEC) and ExCel London.
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.
Focussed 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.
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.
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.
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