***EVENTS EXECUTIVE***
An exciting and sought after vacancy for a full-time permanent Events Executive has just arrived on our books. Working for a leading Events Venue based in the heart of Guildford, Surrey. Working as part of a team this is very much a 'hands on' and varied role involving sales, operations and liaising with caterers, sponsors and suppliers.
As a Events Executive you will be responsible for enquiries for a range of events from new and existing clients.
Salary £29K
Key responsibilities for the Events Executive include,
- Be the first point of contact for new event enquiries
- Follow the event handling process as required within IVvy, the venue event management system
- Conduct professional and creative show rounds of the venue
- Prepare proposals and verbally follow up those proposals over the telephone
- Take responsibility for ensuring any changes are kept accurate and up to date
- Ensure PO's, signed contracts, T&C's and full payments are received prior to the event
- Liaise with the preferred caterers with regards to the logistics of events as required
- Prepare function sheets as required
- Maintain ongoing proactive contact with clients to maximise repeat business
- Proactively seek out new business opportunities
- Invite new business opportunities to show rounds/promotional/showcase events
- Network within the Guildford business community
The ideal Events Executive will need,
- Some previous event venue experience
- Sound commercial acumen and enjoy the challenge of working in a target driven environment
- IT literate, experience using event booking systems advantageous
- Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
- Flexible to occasionally work outside regular office hours when necessary
- Self-motivated, self-sufficient and highly customer focused