Venue Sales & Event Operations Manager
45000 Annual
Are you a driven sales professional with a background in event operations and catering? Passionate about delivering luxury experiences and ready to lead from the front?
I am looking for a talented Venue Sales Manager to work closely with a renowned luxury caterer at a regarded London venue within private events and dining experiences. This is a unique opportunity to lead sales and manage events across a diverse portfolio of high-profile events-from private celebrations and corporate functions to immersive brand activations.
What You'll Do
- Lead and execute a strategic venue sales plan aligned with business goals
- Proactively source and convert new business across a wide client base
- Oversee event operations and logistics
- Confidently manage tastings, pass logistics, creative supplier briefs, and catering discussions
- Build and nurture strong relationships with agencies, corporate clients, and event planners
- Conduct site visits, develop tailored proposals, and deliver compelling presentations
- Represent the venue at networking events, showcases, and industry trade shows
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless delivery from sale to execution
What You'll Bring
- Proven experience in venue sales, event operations, or catering management
- Hands-on knowledge of managing luxury events from sales through to delivery
- Strong understanding of London's events and hospitality landscape
- Experience running tastings, briefing creatives, and managing front-of-house logistics
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
- Highly organised, commercially aware, and results-driven
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a passionate, creative team delivering exceptional events
- Collaborate with one of the UK's leading event caterers
- Thrive in a supportive, forward-thinking company culture
- Grow your career with real opportunities for professional development
If this sounds like you send your CV now!
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