Office Angels are currently recruiting for a Meeting & Events Sales Manager for our client based in Bracknell. Role: Meetings & Events Sales Manager Location: Bracknell Salary: £36,000 per annum Benefits Free Leisure Club membership Discounted spa treatments Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme Perks at Work offering huge retail discounts on your online shopping Discount on hotel accommodation and food 28 Days holiday (Including Bank Holidays) Company sick pay scheme Workplace pension scheme Free meals on duty Free car parking on site Our client, a prestigious 4-star venue located in Bracknell, is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Meetings & Events Sales Manager to join their team. As a key player in the hospitality industry, our client is committed to providing exceptional service and creating memorable experiences for their guests. This is a busy, demanding role and will require a proven record in a similar position. Responsible for every aspect of organising meetings, events, and conferences, from taking initial enquiries to ensuring a perfect execution of the event on the day. Key Responsibilities Manage meeting and events reservations Maintain a good relationship with all corporate bookers, conference and hotel booking agents in conjunction with the Sales department Ensure customer feedback is monitored and responded to in a professional and timely manner Ensure that the team handle reservations and conference enquiries with the highest level of customer satisfaction Sending out Terms and Conditions to clients Maximising the conversion of enquiries Following up on business and gaining repeat business Developing existing business Build relationships with new clients Monitoring competitor performance Ensure clients are receiving the highest level of service, to ensure client satisfaction Manage payroll costs for the department Create an environment which promotes employee's morale and encourages the team to have a pride and commitment in the department Managing team appraisals Co-ordinate the recruitment, inductions and training of department staff Identifying training needs within the team Be actively involved in the creation and implementation of the hotel sales plan Handling complaints Ensuring maximum potential yield over twelve months is achieved, using yield techniques Finalise end of month reports for the board of directors Positively approach sales opportunities in order to maximise sales revenue in order to meet and exceed budgeted sales targets for the department Investigate any deficiencies against budget in the P&L document Bi-weekly and quarterly forecasts The Ideal Candidate Previous experience of managing a team Superb customer service, communication and organisational skills A strong focus on meeting business targets for revenue and occupancy Excellent IT skills including knowledge of Opera Sales and/or Delphi Demonstrate pro-active selling and effective conversion of enquiries to bookings Establish and maintain strong working relationships both with colleagues, clients and suppliers Have an eye for detail and an excellent knowledge of our competitors in order to promote facilities to their full potential Strong leadership skills with a positive, friendly attitude Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Your application will be handled with strict confidentiality. Office Angels is an employment agency. We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website. Salary £36,000.00/Year