SALES MANAGEMENT
Position:	Meetings and Events Sales Co-ordinator Runnymede Hotel & Spa UK - London - Egham
Location:	London - United Kingdom
The Runnymede Hotel and Spa, Surrey is a privately owned and managed hotel which consistently delivers big company services and facilities with small company hospitality and attention to detail. The contemporary atmosphere and outstanding facilities have earned itself a place as the UK's largest independent four- star hotel. Set in landscaped gardens on the banks of the river Thames the hotel boasts 180 guestrooms, suites and apartments, a stunning health and fitness spa, meetings and events facilities for up to 300 guests, ample free car parking and a choice of restaurants and bars. Known for its committed approach to its employees; the hotel is recognised as continuing to meet the national standard for effective Investors in People as well as holding a Certificate of Best Employment Practice from the British Hospitality Association. Benefits include: *Free meals whilst on duty *Free gym membership *Free uniform and uniform laundry/dry cleaning *Taxi service for out of hours duty *Loyalty awards *Food discounts within all outlets *Retail and travel discounts *Hotel accommodation at a discount for friends and family *Staff accommodation *Award winning training *External study programme sponsorship *Free dental care *Life insurance *Private health care *Company pension scheme Job Requirements: ACCOUNTABILITIES: 1.To ensure correct and effective selling of conference and banqueting space within the guidelines set out by the Meetings and Events Sales Manager and ensure continuity of contact between clients and the hotel from enquiry stage to the event itself. 2. To co-ordinate and distribute the weekly function sheet, ensuring that all function details are circulated to all Heads of Departments correctly and clearly with regard to client requirements. 3.To provide a major administrative role within the Meetings and Events Sales team with particular emphasis on the typing of function sheets from notes by sales personnel and to adhere to all administrative procedures within the office incorporation refusals, cancellations and accounting details. 4.To carry out pro-active sales activity within the Meetings and Events Sales Office including follow-up calls for brochure enquiries, telephone research and customer feedback. 5.To work on special projects as required, i.e. mailshots, Christmas bookings etc. and to assist in the daily secretarial duties in the absence of the Meetings and Events Sales Administrator. 6.To know and understand the budget categories and figures set for the year and to be familiar with all competitor rates, facilities and pricing structures. 7.To adhere to company policy and procedures at all times. To abide by confidentiality of all information within the Meetings and Events Sales office/hotel and to always act as an ambassador for the hotel both on and off duty. 8.To be an active participant of the Meetings and Events Sales Team and to be honest and constructive in meetings/fam trips/client visits and exhibitions. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Minimum 1 years experience in a similar position To be personable and exhibit good customer relations Verbal/written communication to a good educational level Good organisation and administration skills Good PC skills including Microsoft applications Ability to cope under pressure from internal/external customers Confident and self-motivated. Desirable Knowledge of Delphi Management Position? No Entry-Level Position? No Work Permit Needed? Applicants who do not already have legal permission to work in the United Kingdom will not be considered. Job Available: Immediately Industry Categories : Hotel/Accommodation Position Categories : Meeting/Event Planning, Reservations, Sales & Marketing Compensation
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