Job Ref: CRI4735
Branch: Crieff Hydro Family of Hotels Business Partners
Location: Crieff Hydro Family of Hotels, Crieff
Salary/Benefits: Competitive salary and excellent benefits including discounted hotel stays and activities across Scotland
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Hours per week: 40
Posted date: 17/04/2026
Closing date: 30/06/2026
Be part of the Family
We’re a family business through and through – family owned since 1868, family run and with a warm family welcome for guests and team alike. Our seven hotels are unique and set in three stunning Scottish locations. Some are big, some are small, but all offer fantastic food and drink, cozy beds and a wealth of things to do.
We offer an expansive range of benefits to help you make the most of life outside of work, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels heard and valued.
We treat our guests like family, and we support our people the same way. If you’re someone who lives our values of Be Creative, Be Curious, Be Thoughtful, Be Positive and Be You, you’ll fit right in.
Crieff Hydro Hotel
In the heart of Scotland, we’re set in a 900 acre estate in stunning Perthshire. A home from home, we’ve been welcoming generations of families for 150 years. We have 215 hotel bedrooms, 55 self-catering lodges, 6 restaurants and over 60 onsite activities – including a spa, leisure center, horse-riding center and our famously exciting Action Glen. There really is something for everyone!
About the role
At Crieff Hydro Family of Hotels, we’re in the business of creating unforgettable memories that last forever for the many thousands of guests that visit us at our eight hotels and two activity centres across Scotland.
Events and celebrations are a key part of our offering across our Family of Hotels and we have an exciting opportunity to lead our Event Sales Team at Crieff Hydro Family of Hotels as the leading option in Scotland for meetings, events, conferences, team building and celebrations.
As the Senior Event Sales Executive you will work within the sales team based at Crieff Hydro Hotel to grow group and event business and increase revenue across our properties within Crieff, Peebles and the West Coast.
We’re looking for a dynamic, excited, positive sales person - with creative energy and innovative ideas – someone to take a senior role and help support the wider sales team to improve conversion, exceed client expectations and increase repeat business.
A background in sales and hospitality is beneficial, along with experience in event planning and sales conversion working as part of a team to meet and exceed targets, find new opportunities, and work with colleagues across the business to create exceptional customer experiences.
You’ll be a natural sales person with a positive outlook, strong communication skills and an ability to ‘thing outside the box’, often going above and beyond to create memorable experiences for guests.
You’ll be based primarily at Crieff; the role is available on a hybrid basis with a minimum of three days at Crieff and other sites as required.
What do we want you to bring to the table?
- Experience in event management, preferably in a Hotel environment, hospitality or a similar sales role, a positive team player, able to step up and lead where required.
- Experience with sales and CRM systems would be beneficial.
- A high level of organisational skills and planning capability to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks.
- A strong customer focussed approach to business.
- The ability to consider and propose solutions and negotiation skills to support the wider team and increase conversion.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- The resilience to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Commitment to shaping and developing team activity and behaviour around the Crieff Hydro Family of Hotels Values in all your activity (Be Curious, Be Creative, Be Thoughtful, Be Positive and Be You).
What you’ll get from us
- Live-in Accommodation – On-site, affordable housing with bills included may be available. Most rooms are single occupancy with an ensuite, though this isn’t guaranteed. Availability and rates (set by HMRC) can be discussed at interview.
- Exclusive Discounts – Enjoy free leisure membership for you and a partner, 30% off retail, 50% of food and drinks, and reduced rates on hotel activities.
- Team Rate Hotel Stays – Take time to recharge with discounted stays at all of our hotels from just £30 per night - where will you explore next?
- Refer a Friend Bonus – Earn up to £250-£500 for each successful team member or manager which you recommend to us.
- Guest Mention Rewards – Earn £5 every time a guest gives you a positive shoutout in a review.
- A Friendly Supportive Team – Work in a fun, welcoming environment where team spirit and well-being are a priority.
- Career Progression – With seven hotels, multiple departments, and a wide range of roles, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to grow and explore new career paths.
- Wellbeing Support – Get 24/7 confidential support via the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme, covering mental health, finances, and more.
- Team Events Annual Staff Party – We love to celebrate our people! Enjoy team events throughout the year and a legendary annual staff party.
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Please note: This opportunity does not qualify for sponsorship. To be considered for this role, you must have the right to work in the UK.
