Job description

Job Description

Sales & Events Manager

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Hotel Overview

This leading 4-star property in Letterkenny, featuring:

• 123 bedrooms

• A major ballroom/wedding venue accommodating 300-500 guests

• Regular large-scale events including country music concerts, gigs, and conferences

• Multiple meeting rooms and conference facilities

The hotel is well-established as a key events, corporate, and wedding destination in the North West.

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Role Overview

The Sales & Events Manager is responsible for driving revenue across weddings, corporate business, meetings, and large events. This is a high-impact role requiring strong organisational ability, a proactive sales mindset, and the confidence to represent the hotel within the local business community. You will oversee the full event cycle-from initial inquiry and show-around to planning, contract negotiation, and on-the-day coordination (where required).

The ideal candidate will have strong relationship-building skills, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for delivering exceptional client experiences.

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Key Responsibilities

Sales & Business Development

• Grow and develop corporate accounts, including conferences, meetings, and business events.

• Actively promote the hotel as a corporate and events venue across the region.

• Engage with local business networks, Chamber of Commerce, and external partners to generate leads.

• Conduct client show-arounds and convert sales inquiries into confirmed bookings.

• Manage online and offline sales channels to maximise event and corporate revenue.

Weddings & Social Events

• Act as primary contact for wedding couples from inquiry to event delivery.

• Host wedding consultations, tours, and showcases.

• Prepare detailed event proposals, contracts, and function sheets.

• Coordinate with departments (banqueting, kitchen, reservations) to ensure seamless execution.

Event Management & Coordination

• Manage logistics for concerts, gigs, conferences, and special events.

• Liaise with vendors, suppliers, and entertainers to ensure smooth planning.

• Oversee event timelines, setups, and client communication.

• Support with on-the-day coordination when required.

Administration & Reporting

• Maintain accurate event files, contracts, and booking systems.

• Track sales performance and provide monthly forecasting updates.

• Ensure compliance with hotel standards and procedures.

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Salary & Benefits

• €40,000 per annum

• No current bonus structure, but may be negotiable for the right candidate

• Standard company benefits (meals, parking, training, staff discounts, pension auto-enrolment)

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Candidate Profile

• Proven experience in hotel sales, events, weddings, or a similar hospitality role.

• Strong sales acumen with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.

• Excellent communication, organisation, and presentation skills.

• Comfortable representing the hotel at networking events and trade showcases.

• Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously and work to deadlines.

• A proactive, confident, and professional approach