Meetings & Events Sales Executive

Join our fabulous team at McWilliam Park Hotel as a Meetings & Events Executive

This is an entry level position which provides an excellent opportunity for one developing a career in Event Management

   About McWilliam Park

The McWilliam Park Hotel is a Failte Ireland approved luxurious four-star hotel. The atmosphere is warm and friendly, making it a popular hotel for celebrating special occasions like weddings or to enjoy a romantic break or family getaway.

• Responsibilities:

  •    Ensure all Meetings and Events administration standards are met as per current Minimum Standards such as a 24-hour response time to enquiries and correspondence and maintain system for active follow-up

  •      Utilise Hotsoft input/booking procedures as per current Standards.

  •    Coordination of corporate events including show rounds of hotel and meeting rooms

  •    Coordination of wedding arrangements with bride and groom, including initial hotel and grounds tour, reception plans, and proposals

  •    Site Inspections with clients when required

  •  Daily office administration duties in collaboration with the Events team

  • Sales responsibilities include showing potential customers around the hotel and upselling every department, as well as looking for new business opportunities through cold calling, telephone sales, mail shots, and other methods.

  •  Build network in organizations that may directly or indirectly impact our business as appropriate

  •   Research market trends and generate new ideas for service and products that will maintain a Competitive and leading edge over our competitive set

  •   Assist in Meeting and Events Department if required

  •  Attend Sales and Marketing Meetings and any other internal meetings where required

  •   Flexible working hours as the business requires (can be early morning, late night or at weekends)