Sales and Events Executive

Company Description

Searcys are looking for a Sales and Events Executive to join the team at the Gray's Inn.

As a Sales & Events Executive you will be managing the sales and event bookings for the venue, working on reactive and proactive sales enquires and planning a wide variety events including intimate gatherings and weddings, allowing you to show exquisite detail, service excellence and showstopping food.

The Honourable Society of Gray's Inn is one of the four Inn's of Court. For more than six hundred years, Gray's Inn has been home to some extraordinary legal professionals, primarily acting as Barristers and High Court Judges. Gray's Inn acts as a multi-faceted event space for both their members and commercial business.

As a Sales and Events Executive you will receive the following industry leading benefits:

50% discount across Searcys venues

Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme

Up to 35 days annual leave (dependant on job role)

Access to everyday discounts and communication portal

Employee assistance programme

Enrolment into Searcys Champagne School

Annual celebration event

Cycle to work scheme

A day off to volunteer / give back to the charity of your choice

Employee assistance programme

Your birthday off to celebrate in style

A day off to volunteer / give back to the charity of your choice

Job Description

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: £35,150 pa + up to 20% of your annual earnings

As a key member of the sales team, you will be responsible for generating new business, managing client relationships, and overseeing the planning and execution of high-profile events. This role is perfect for a sales-driven individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong background in event sales and planning.

Key Responsibilities:

Drive venue sales by managing enquiries, preparing proposals, conducting show rounds, converting leads into confirmed business, and achieving monthly and annual sales targets.

Build and maintain strong client relationships, promote venue offerings and seasonal menus, and maximise revenue through effective upselling and business development activities.

Manage event administration from enquiry through to delivery, including venue diary maintenance, function sheets, accurate billing, and adherence to accounting and sales procedures.

Collaborate closely with the Sales Manager and operational teams to identify new business opportunities, ensure clear communication across departments, and support the success of the sales function.

Maintain accurate records, correspondence, and reporting to support sales performance, client satisfaction, and future business growth.

Qualifications

Proven experience in event sales within a high-end venue, hotel, or catering company.

A strong sales mindset with a track record of meeting and exceeding targets.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

A passion for delivering exceptional events and client experiences.

Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask.

Knowledge of London’s events and hospitality market is an advantage.

Additional Information

We are the oldest caterer in the UK, having been founded in 1847, working with us will give you an opportunity to be part of some of London’s most prestigious events, gaining insights and mentoring from skilled and experienced colleagues, as well as getting a chance to be part of a storied legacy in the hospitality industry.

A career at Searcys means you are part of something special, we are an employer with a rich history, and an established reputation which will provide you with an enormous sense of pride and belonging.

To find out more on the rich history of Searcys, please visit our website at www.searcys.co.uk