Conference and Sales Co-ordinator

Are you ready to take the next step in your hospitality career? The Shearwater Hotel & Spa is seeking a dynamic and motivated Conference and Sales Co-ordinator to join our well-established team.What’s in it for you?Free Onsite ParkingSubsidised LunchesDiscounted Rates at Comer Group Ireland managed Hotels, Spa & Leisure Facilities, and RestaurantsJob Summary:As the Hotel Sales Executive, you will:In consultation with the hotel GM to devise and implement the pricing strategy.Support the operations team, where necessaryLiaise with Operations Manager prior to and during events Keeping all functions sheets up to date with all necessary detailsKeeping Hotsoft up to date with booking, payments and invoicing Reacting to event enquires and email with a speedy manor Provide tours of venue to clients Organise various aspects of eventsDelivery excellent customer service to clients and potential clients First point of contact for sales and events Develop relationships with key contacts and carry out client visitsDevelop & promote the hotel in the local community Participate in local & national collective initiatives aimed at drawing business to the region.Liaise with Group Sales & Marketing Manager & other hotel sales managers on a regular basis to ensure maximum group corporate presence for hotels.Represent the hotel at sales team meetings and other events as appropriate. To also attend training courses/seminars as required.Maintain strict confidentiality in line with the company General Data Protection Regulation Policy and Confidentiality Agreement.Required Education, Skills, and Qualifications:A relevant qualification in Sales and Marketing is desirable but not essential.A keen interest in Hospitality & Tourism Industry. Must possess a strong sense of concept development, in addition to communication, collaboration, research, and problem-solving skills.Ability to work intensely and independently to tight deadline dates always.Strong commercial acumen and knowledge of current & local affairs.A record of persistence, resourcefulness, organization and success.A pleasant, cheerful, positive and ambitious disposition eager to get the best of oneself and one’s work.Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role within a hotel of the same or similar size.