Event Sales Executive Job at Somerset Cricket (Taunton)

Event Sales Executive

Somerset Cricket

Location:
United Kingdom , Taunton

Category:
Sales

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

27000.00 - 30000.00 GBP / Year

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Job Description:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate, driven and ambitious Event Sales Executive to join our award-winning commercial team. The main purpose of this role is to generate income from events and conference hire and drive the growth and success of the CACG by actively generating new business, nurturing client relationships, and delivering exceptional event experiences. Additionally, to achieve sales targets and ensure high standards of service and operational excellence to enhance the CACG and Club’s reputation.

Job Responsibility:

Generate income from events and conference hire
Drive the growth and success of the CACG
Actively generate new business
Nurture client relationships
Deliver exceptional event experiences
Achieve sales targets
Ensure high standards of service and operational excellence
Drive sales growth and expand the business
Actively seek new market opportunities
Generate leads through outbound calls
Attend events and exhibitions to promote the venue
Build a strong sales pipeline through networking and targeted sector-based approaches
Meet and exceed revenue targets on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
Proactive client engagement
Manage enquiries
Support event planning from initial contact through to post-event feedback
Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and repeat business
Coordinate with internal teams such as catering and operations to deliver seamless event experiences
Manage client contracts and financial processes efficiently
Support marketing efforts by collaborating with the communications team
Develop promotional materials
Complete regular performance monitoring, competitor analysis, and reporting

Requirements:

Relevant experience and proven success in event or business development sales
Ability to execute high-quality proposals
Effective communication through both written and verbal channels
Outstanding organisational, planning, and time management skills
Strong interpersonal, listening, negotiation, and objection-handling abilities
Excellent networking skills
Self-motivated and resourceful
Passionate and ambitious mindset
Highly committed, adaptable, and resilient
Proactive approach to new business
Comfortable making cold calls
Flexible and willing to work outside standard hours
Eligible to work in the UK

What we offer:

Competitive salary
Access to health benefits and employee assistance programme
Continued professional development support
Free parking

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 24, 2026

Expiration:
February 23, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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