Sales Manager - London

Are you a relentless go-getter, fuelled by the thrill of driving growth and building connections? Are you driven to create compelling reasons for people to flock to our venues and eager to bring in new business? We are on the hunt for the best of the best Sales Managers to join our team and lead the charge in taking our pre-booked sales to unparalleled heights!  

Join the elite Sales team at Stonegate, where we boast some of London’s most iconic bars, including the prestigious Forge Bar in Bank and the vibrant Sway Bar in Holborn. From the bustling financial hub to the pulsating heart of the city, our venues are renowned for curating unforgettable experiences. At Stonegate, we are passionate about crafting engaging atmospheres where every moment is an opportunity for extraordinary memories.

As a Proactive Sales Manager based at one of our fabulous venues in London, you will be the driving force behind our pre-booked sales initiatives and spearhead our proactive outreach program across London. Your mission? To revolutionise our business landscape by forging dynamic relationships with businesses and pioneering fresh contacts. If you are a savvy networker with an insatiable passion for nightlife and events, coupled with an unyielding hunger for success, this role was tailor-made for you.

Position Overview:

• Initiate and nurture relationships with local businesses, driving exponential sales growth
• Be the face of our venues, ensuring exceptional guest experiences at all times
• Craft captivating event proposals, meticulously tailored to the needs of corporate clients
• Collaborate seamlessly with corporate event agencies, seizing every sales opportunity
• Implement ingenious sales and upselling strategies to unlock maximum revenue potential
• Effectively manage venue diaries and handle incoming enquiries
• Conduct captivating venue visits, hosting clients to showcase our unparalleled offerings
• Dive headfirst into networking events, continuously expanding our business connections
• Exceed predetermined sales targets through relentless proactive efforts
• Drive social media reach and engagement, converting interactions into valuable leads
• Work seamlessly alongside our reactive sales team, maximizing conversion rates and success

Skills and Experience Required:

• A minimum of 2 years’ sales experience, ideally within the hospitality sector
• A burning passion for events, bars, and the vibrant nightlife culture
• A self-motivated pioneer with a determinedly proactive sales mindset
• Competent in leveraging the Access Collins System to its fullest potential
• Exemplary written and verbal communication skills

What’s in it for you?

• 25 days annual leave
• Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
• Pension
• Vitality Healthcare
• Opt in dental insurance programme
• Annual bonus scheme
• The Stonegate discount card offering discounts across our managed estate
• Online benefits portal offering discounts across the High Street and other retailers

At Stonegate Group, we’re proud to be the biggest operator of pubs, bars, and late-night venues in the United Kingdom. Our leading brands are diverse and well-known, including names like Slug & Lettuce, Be At One and Popworld. Find out more about a career with Stonegate Group at http://www.stonegatecareers.co.uk.

If you have a disability as outlined by the Equality Act 2010 and require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please let us know in advance so that any support, aids or adaptations can be put in place to assist you. You can contact us on [email protected].