Group and Events Sales Executive

At Marriott, we put people first - it's one of our distinctive core values.

• Through Explore by Marriott Bonvoy™, our associates have access to special room rates, discounts on food and beverage, experiences, and more across Marriott's portfolio of 30+ hotel brands and 9,500+ properties worldwide.
• Associates receive paid leave to use for vacations, sick time, holidays and more.
• Through our global TakeCare platform, associates have access to locally driven wellbeing activities and resources designed to meet people where they are.
• Competitive salary with quarterly sales bonus opportunities and complimentary meals while on duty.
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with service (pro rata).
• Worldwide associate and friends & family hotel room rates, plus hotel and spa experiences as part of your induction.
• 50% discount at hotel Food & Beverage outlets and 20% discount at participating Marriott hotels.
• Access to the Marriott Benefit Hub with shopping, supermarket, and lifestyle discounts.
• 50% discount on spa treatments and discounted gym membership at ONE SPA.
• 24/7 healthcare plan and access to Mental Health First Aiders.
• £500 Refer-a-Friend bonus programme.
• Career progression opportunities and global mobility within Marriott International.
• Opportunities to participate in charitable and community initiatives.

The Group & Events Sales Executive is responsible for responding to all Group and Event enquiries to maximise revenue, meeting space utilisation, and overall business performance. This role manages the sales process from enquiry through to contract completion and handover to the Event Planning team, while maintaining group room inventory, driving conversions, and delivering exceptional customer service in line with Marriott and Sheraton standards.

• Respond to Group and Event enquiries in a timely manner, following EAME divisional enquiry handling guidelines and company standards.
• Manage enquiries from initial contact through conversion, contracting, and handover to the Event Planning team.
• Ensure all enquiry forms, response templates, and client communications are completed accurately and within agreed timelines.
• Identify operational capabilities and sell only products and services that can be effectively delivered.
• Follow up proactively on enquiries to maximise conversion opportunities and maintain a strong sales pipeline.
• Prepare contracts and supporting documentation for authorised hotel signatories and confirmed events.
• Partner with the Marriott Global Sales Team to manage enquiries and convert business opportunities.
• Conduct site inspections and collaborate with operational departments to deliver seamless client experiences and secure new business.

At Sheraton, we believe in the power of We. For generations, our hotels and people have been part of communities around the world, creating places where everyone feels welcome and connected. That same spirit shapes our culture, where collaboration matters, every contribution counts, and we succeed by supporting one another. Whether you are welcoming a guest, supporting a colleague or helping your local community thrive, you have an important role to play.

As part of the Marriott International family, Sheraton offers more than a job. It is an opportunity to be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.