Events (Sales) Co-ordinator required to join a hotel in the Sevenoaks, Kent area.

As Events Co-ordinator, this key role will be to undertake key responsibility for event sales. You will secure and develop business for the hotel and will be responsible for promoting the hotels facilities to prospective clients and co-ordinating their events / meetings / weddings, to maximise revenue. You will be proactive, networking to develop local business links / generating new leads to increase sales. You will look to maintain existing and return business, organise and host showround visits to promote the hotel facilities.

As Events Co-ordinator, a sample of the role includes:

* Sales: events / functions / banquets / conferences / weddings. Communicate and meet with clients, converting sales, upselling / sourcing new business.

* The positions encompass a high level of telephone communication, office administration and co-ordination, to ensure that the day to day running of the event sales department runs smoothly and providing function sheet particulars to the hotel team.

* You will have a passion for the co-ordination of events.

* You should be fully flexible to undertake show rounds, including weekends and bank holidays and assist on the day of the event as required.

* You should have an ability to optimise and close sales, with a natural and friendly style.

* You should possess confidence and be able to manage and prioritis...