Sales & Events Manager - 8711

Location: Near Reigate, Surrey

Salary: £38,500 per annum

Fixed-term contract: 15 months

Hours: 40 hours per week (on-site)

Jade Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a stunning countryside hotel and events venue in the Surrey Hills to recruit an experienced and driven Sales Manager.

This busy 50-bedroom property, set within 14 acres of picturesque grounds, hosts a wide range of weddings, conferences, and events. We are seeking a proactive and commercially focused professional to lead and drive performance across sales, events, and revenue functions.

This is a senior, hands-on leadership role suited to a results-driven individual who thrives in a premium hospitality environment and is passionate about both revenue growth and exceptional guest experiences.

The Role:

Reporting directly to the General Manager and working closely with Sales & Marketing leadership, you will take full ownership of the hotel’s sales strategy, performance, and team development.

You will lead a multi-functional team, including:

• Marketing Coordinator
• Revenue Support
• Wedding & Events Assistant Manager
• Wedding Coordinator
• Senior Conference Coordinator

Your focus will be on driving revenue, developing talent, and building a high-performing, collaborative culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver annual sales plans aligned with business objectives and budgets
• Drive total revenue across all segments, including corporate, groups, weddings, and events
• Identify new business opportunities while maintaining and growing key accounts
• Oversee pricing strategy, forecasting, and performance reporting alongside revenue support
• Represent the hotel at trade shows, networking events, and client functions
• Manage and monitor sales budgets in line with company expectations
• Ensure consistent brand messaging and oversee marketing campaign execution
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to inform strategy
• Champion a guest-focused culture and uphold high service standards

About You:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Sales Manager within hospitality (hotel experience preferred)
• Proven track record of leading and developing commercial teams
• Strong commercial awareness with a history of delivering revenue growth
• Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills
• Good understanding of marketing tools, digital platforms, and sales systems
• Highly organised, proactive, and results-driven

What’s on Offer:

• Salary of £38,500 per annum
• Discounted or free meals on duty
• Free on-site parking
• Opportunity to lead sales strategy within a high-profile events venue

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic Sales Manager to take ownership of a well-established venue’s commercial performance and make a tangible impact.

We do receive a significant number of applications. If you have not been contacted by a member of our team within 10 days of your application, please note that on this occasion you have not be shortlisted for the position. If you are ever in doubt about this, please call our team.

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