Event Sales Coordinator

This new and pivotal role involves being the primary point of contact for all enquiries, ensuring prompt and professional responses. You will manage sales, create tailored proposals, and oversee marketing platforms to attract and retain clients. Collaborating closely with our Event Managers, you will coordinate event schedules and conduct recces as needed. Other key responsibilities include monthly sales reporting, financial management of bookings, and proactive customer relationship management through meetings and industry events. Under the guidance of the Head of Events and Senior Event Operations Manager, you will support social media and other marketing initiatives, contributing to the overall commercial strategy of the Royal Hospital Chelsea.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years' experience in events management or sales, particularly within heritage venues. The role requires a proven track record in meeting income targets and using Event CRM software to track client interactions. Organisational skills and proactive task coordination are crucial for this office-based role, which also involves occasional attendance at industry events outside standard working hours.

About Us.

The ethos of the Royal Hospital is one that puts a premium on selflessness and companionship.  Our values of nurturing belonging, respect individuals, encourage pride and enjoy life underpin that ethos. We are united in a shared purpose, living and working together and ensuring everyone has a place in our diverse social and military community.

The Royal Hospital Chelsea is dedicated to equality, diversity, and inclusion, where all backgrounds and abilities can reach their full potential. We pride ourselves on attracting a wide range of talent, removing potential barriers, and promoting equal opportunities. We know, the more varied and inclusive our teams are, the better our organisation will be for our community. We are a Disability Confident employer dedicated to hiring diverse talent and ensuring you are treated with respect throughout the recruitment process and upon joining our community.

Our selection process.

Should your application be successful you will be invited to a formal interview, where you will be asked questions relating to your experiences and key requirements of the role. If you are successful after the interviews we will:

• Ask for references from those you have listed on your application form
• Check your right to live and work in the UK
• Check any declarations you have made on your application form
• Ask you to complete a medical form
• Carry out an Enhanced DBS application.