Events Sales & Marketing Manager

We are a team of people who love and look after six of the most wonderful palaces in the world. We create space for spirits to stir and be stirred. From weddings to corporate events and charity galas, we need a dedicated Sales and Marketing Manager to lead the central sales and marketing team and maximise the commercial potential of our venues.

This role is about communication as much as organisation. You’ll work with the Head of Events and Commercial Services and your Sales and Marketing team to deliver a pro-active sales and marketing strategy for the commercial events business across the six palaces. You will market, sell and promote the venue hire offer across the Historic Royal Palaces portfolio and build relationships with third parties to increase new and repeat business. You will also represent the venues at trade shows and exhibitions both in the UK and abroad.

Essential requirements to be successful in the role are: 

• Recent event sales experience within the Unique Venue or MICE sector.
• Experience of business development and account management.
• Creative thinker and solutions focussed.
• Proactive and innovative, gathering ideas and content to help promote our charity.
• Desire to network and grow contacts within the events industry. 
• Possessing the ability to work on your own initiative, you must be flexible and adaptable, with the ability to engage personably with all stake holders. Someone who can work well in a team environment, you’ll also have excellent IT, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits include:

• Hybrid working
• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Generous Employers Pension Contributions (up to 11%)
• Annual Pay reviews & Bonuses
• Critical Illness Cover & Life Assurance
• Family friendly policies and benefits
• Staff discounts and membership to all palaces

Salary: £50,630 per annum

Closing date: 23:55pm 30th October 2024