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Senior Conference and Events Sales Coordinator, Oxford

Location: Oxford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

6099267783fb

Job Views:

6

Posted:

14.07.2025

Expiry Date:

28.08.2025

Job Description:

Grade 6: £34,000 - £40,000 per annum including the Oxford University Weighting of £1,000 per annum. Fixed-term (one year), full-time (37.5 hours per week). We are one of the UK's leading providers of conferences, meetings, and events, operating world-class and unique venues across multiple locations. Our facilities include lecture theatres, seminar rooms, and classrooms catering to various clients from corporate, academic, training, and executive education sectors. We are currently seeking a Senior Conference and Events Coordinator to develop and coordinate our conference and event activities across all sites. This diverse role combines venue management, business development, customer service, and system administration.

• Oversee events and resolve unexpected issues promptly to ensure an outstanding customer experience.
• Manage our venue booking system (currently KX), ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and ongoing development.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure repeat business and excellent service.
• Prepare quotes, financial contracts, and communicate booking details accurately.
• Represent our venues at industry events, exhibitions, and networking opportunities.

Candidates should be proactive, driven, and possess strong initiative and a mindset for continuous improvement. Proven experience in sales and negotiation, excellent communication skills, and the ability to deliver high-quality service are essential. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment are also required. Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK, as this role may not meet the points threshold under the UK points-based immigration system. For more information, please visit our website. Further details are available in the full job description.

At Saïd Business School, we foster a diverse and inclusive work environment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to bring their unique perspectives. Join us to build a brighter, more equitable future, celebrating diversity and promoting inclusion.

Benefits include:

• 38 days holiday including bank holidays
• Hybrid working
• Oxford staff pension scheme membership
• Discounted bus travel
• Subsidised onsite catering
• Cycle loan scheme
• Additional university benefits

All applications must include a CV, Supporting Statement/Cover Letter, and Current Salary. For guidance, please visit our website. The closing date for applications is 25 July at 12:00 noon. Interviews are likely to be held during the week commencing 4 August.