Wedding & Events Sales Executive

Reports To: Sales & Business Development Manager

At Midlands Park Hotel, we are passionate about creating exceptional guest experiences through

outstanding service and genuine Irish hospitality. We are seeking an enthusiastic and customer focused Wedding & Events Sales Executive to drive wedding and event sales while delivering a seamless client experience from enquiry to event completion.

What's In It For You?

We believe that great people deserve great support, recognition and opportunities for growth.

Benefits & Rewards

• Competitive Salary
• Bonus Share Scheme
• Personal and Professional Development Opportunities including QQI Level 4, 5 and 6 Programmes
• Leadership Development Programmes
• Emotional Intelligence, Lean Management, Personal Effectiveness and Supervisory Management Training
• Maternity Employer Contribution
• Paternity Employer Contribution
• Paid First Day of School Leave for Junior Infants
• Financial Wellbeing Planning
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Complimentary Meals While on Duty
• Discounted Rates at Sister Properties:

• o Riverside Park Hotel
• o Newtown Park Hotel
• o Crown Quarter

• Team Engagement Events Including:

• o Summer Social Events
• o Department Team Building Activities
• o Team Christmas Lunch
• o Annual Christmas Party

What Success Looks

Like In This Role, You Will

• Deliver exceptional customer experiences and memorable celebrations for wedding

couples and event clients.

• Achieve and exceed wedding and event sales revenue targets.
• Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, wedding planners and local businesses.
• Consistently convert enquiries into confirmed bookings.
• Drive innovation and identify new business opportunities.
• Maintain accurate and efficient event administration processes.
• Work collaboratively with operational departments to ensure seamless event delivery.
• Actively promote Midlands Park Hotel as the venue of choice for weddings and events.
• Contribute to the continued growth of the hotel's wedding and events business.

About You

• We are looking for a confident, organised and guest-focused professional who combines strong
• sales ability with a genuine passion for weddings, events and customer service.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Previous experience in sales, hospitality, weddings, events or customer service.
• Proven ability to build relationships and convert sales opportunities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• A high level of attention to detail.
• Strong negotiation and persuasion skills.
• Experience delivering exceptional customer service.
• A proactive and results-driven approach.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays when required.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Sales & Business Development

• Manage all wedding and event enquiries in a professional and timely manner.
• Convert enquiries into confirmed bookings through proactive sales techniques and effective follow-up.
• Conduct site inspections and showcase the hotel's facilities to prospective clients.
• Develop and maintain relationships with wedding planners, event organisers, local businesses and community groups.
• Identify new business opportunities to increase wedding and event revenue.
• Attend wedding fairs, exhibitions, networking events and promotional activities as required.
• Support the development and implementation of sales initiatives to drive enquiry generation and conversion.
• Monitor competitor activity and industry trends to identify commercial opportunities.

Wedding Coordination & Event Management

• Coordinate with operational departments to ensure seamless event delivery.
• Manage all event details and communicate information accurately to relevant departments.
• Organise planning meetings with clients and key stakeholders.
• Ensure all event requirements are documented and executed to the highest standard.
• Support operational teams before, during and after events to ensure successful outcomes.
• Assist with the organisation and delivery of hotel showcase events and wedding fairs.

Event Planning & Administration

• Manage the hotel's wedding and events diary, ensuring accurate booking information.
• Prepare function sheets, event orders and operational documentation.
• Maintain CRM systems and sales records, ensuring complete accuracy.
• Process deposits, payments and contractual documentation in accordance with hotel procedures.
• Produce regular sales reports, forecasting information and activity updates.
• Ensure all files, records and event documentation are maintained to the highest standard.
• Support departmental budgeting and revenue tracking processes where required.

Personal Attributes

• Enthusiastic and passionate about weddings and events.
• Professional, confident and customer-focused.
• Commercially aware and results-driven.
• Creative and solution-oriented.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Well-presented with a proactive attitude.
• Passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.

• Why Join Midlands Park Hotel?
• This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate sales and hospitality professional looking to play
• a key role in one of the Midlands' leading wedding and event destinations. You will have the
• opportunity to influence revenue growth, create exceptional client experiences, and contribute to
• unforgettable celebrations while working within a supportive and ambitious team.
• If you are passionate about weddings, enjoy building lasting client relationships and thrive
• in a fast-paced hospitality environment, we would love to hear from you.
• Apply today and become part of the Midlands Park Hotel Sales & Marketing Team.