Head of events Work, Jobs in Reading, Eng (with Salaries)

Head of Events
Hurley House Hotel —Maidenhead
- £60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Sales
- Microsoft Office
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
Quick apply
8d
Head of Special Events
Commonwealth War Graves Commission —Maidenhead
- £64,000 - £67,000 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Travel
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
8d
Head of Operations
Tomorrow's Guides —Hungerford
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Master's degree
- In-person
- Leadership
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Quick apply
Travel Sales Consultant
Trailfinders —Reading
- £44,000 - £49,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Employee discount
- Sick pay
Head of Challenge Events and Community Fundraising
WWF —Woking
- £57,986 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Public speaking
- Presentation skills
- Contracts
- Annual leave
14d
Deputy Head of Communications
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust —Aylesbury
- £57,528 - £64,750 a year
- Full-time
- Annual leave
7d
Heads PA (Full time, term time only)
Davenies School —Beaconsfield
- £40,000 - £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Administrative experience
- Travel
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
Quick apply
HEAD OF MARKETING & PR
Wellington Estates —Stratfield Saye
- Weekend availability
- Management
- Analysis skills
- In-person
- Employee discount
Head of Property
Grandir UK —Basingstoke
- Full-time
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Venue Operations Manager @ Millbridge Court
Dearborn Estates —Farnham
- £48,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Microsoft Office
- Hotel
- Annual leave
- Bereavement leave
Quick apply
9d
School Business Manager
Wishford Education —Reading
- £43,000 - £46,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- School
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Employee discount
Quick apply
8d
Global Events Manager
BAE Systems —Frimley
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Project management
2d
Head of Property and Workplace Services
Guide Dogs for the Blind Association —Reading
- £75,000 - £90,000 a year
- Call to connect
- Hybrid work
- Project management
- Travel
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Head of Consultancy
Automation Consultants Ltd —Reading
- £80,000 - £110,000 a year
- Management
- Computer Science
- DevOps
- Flexible schedule
Head of Operations
Skillway (part of the Warehouse Christian Trust) —Godalming
- £38,000 - £42,000 a year
- Full-time
- Project management
- QuickBooks
- Organisational skills
- Free parking
Quick apply
Head of Futures: Higher Education, Employability & OxBridge
GDST —Oxford
- £53,000 - £57,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer networking
- Leadership
- School
13d
Bar staff / 527 - The Hope Tap, Reading
J D Wetherspoon plc —Reading
- £12.81 an hour
- Part-time
- Bar
- No experience needed
- Hotel
- Employee discount
6d
Head of Service for Adult Community Health Services
Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust —Godalming
- £81,774 - £93,879 a year
- Full-time
- Management
23h
Content Lead
Propel Together —Wokingham
- £75,000 - £80,000 a year
- Management
7d
Executive Assistant to the Head
GDST —Oxford
- £39,400 - £44,800 a year
- Full-time
- Administrative experience
- Communication skills
- School
13d

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Head of Events

Hurley House Hotel -
Maidenhead

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Job details

Full-time
£60,000 a year
8 days ago

Benefits

Discounted or free food
Private medical insurance
Employee discount
Referral programme
On-site parking

Qualifications

Hospitality
Sales
Microsoft Office
Administrative experience
Business development
Organisational skills
Communication skills
Negotiation

Full job description

Job Title: Head of Events

Location: Hurley House Hotel, Berkshire, UK

Reports to: Managing Director

Salary: £60,000 per annum plus sales related bonuses

About Hurley House Hotel

Hurley House Hotel is an award-winning privately owned boutique hotel that opened in 2016. It is renowned for its exceptional hospitality, and bespoke event experiences. Located in the picturesque village of Hurley near Henley-on-Thames, Marlow and Maidenhead, we offer luxurious accommodations, elegant dining, and outstanding event spaces, making us a prime destination for weddings, corporate functions, and private celebrations.

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Events Head to drive sales and take charge of all events at Hurley House Hotel. The ideal candidate will be passionate about hospitality, possess strong sales acumen, and have a proven track record in selling and executing high-end events.

Benefits

A competitive basic annual salary of £60,000 plus sales related bonuses
Complimentary meals on duty
50% staff discount on food and beverage when off-duty
Generous ‘recommend a friend’ scheme
Basic BUPA healthcare cash plan
20 days holiday and 8 bank holidays

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Business Development:

Proactively generate leads and convert enquiries into confirmed event bookings, achieving revenue targets.
Develop and maintain relationships with corporate clients, wedding planners, and local businesses to drive event sales.
Conduct site visits and presentations to showcase the hotel’s event facilities.
Develop promotional strategies, packages, and seasonal offers.
Maintain exceptional customer service and ensure all guest expectations are exceeded.

Administrative & Financial Responsibilities:

Monitor and report on event sales performance, identifying areas for growth.
Maintain accurate records of all bookings, contracts, and sales correspondence in the hotel’s CRM system.
Collaborate with the finance team to ensure timely invoicing and payments.

Key Skills & Experience Required:

Proven experience in event sales and business development within the hospitality industry, preferably in a luxury hotel or venue.
Strong sales and negotiation skills with a track record of achieving revenue targets.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a client-focused approach.
Ability to multitask and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational and administrative skills with attention to detail.
Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office.
Knowledge of the local market and industry trends is a plus.

If you are a passionate and results-oriented sales professional with a love for events and hospitality, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and suitability for the role.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Discounted or free food
Employee discount
On-site parking

Application question(s):

You must have hospitality sales experience? This is a sales role for events.
Only apply if you live within easy commuting distance to the Hurley area.
Do not apply if you do not drive. This is essential, we are not on a public transport route.

Work Location: In person

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Head of Operations

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Heads PA (Full time, term time only)

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Head of Property and Workplace Services

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Head of Futures: Higher Education, Employability & OxBridge

Bar staff / 527 - The Hope Tap, Reading

Head of Service for Adult Community Health Services

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