Wedding & Events Sales Executive - OspreyOsprey Hotel are looking for a Wedding & Events Executive to become part of our wonderful team.Our HotelThis is your place. The Osprey Hotel, located in Naas, Co. Kildare is just 35 minutes from Dublin City and close to all major routes. The Hotel comprises of the four-star contemporary styled 108 bedroom Osprey Hotel, Spa, Conference Centre, Business Campus, Osprey Leisure and the Herald & Devoy Restaurant.Your New RoleAs a Wedding & Events Sales Executive you will be responsible for coordinating and managing weddings and events in the hotel, as well as working to achieve further business in conjunction with the hotel sales team. The role will be a combination of both administration and operations. The ideal candidate will be customer focused and standards driven. They will be reliable, organised, be a good team player and have a natural flair and enthusiasm for dealing with and communicating with people. Exceptional attention to detail is essential as well as the ability to work on your own initiative.About the roleDuties include:To enthusiastically sell our wedding & events service as well as all products and services provided by the hotel.To be the first point of contact for all Wedding & events Enquiries via telephone, e-mail and to respond to all enquiries in a timely manner and manage .To manage and coordinate all Weddings & events in the hotel, from enquiry stage through to the day of the wedding or event.To attend Wedding Fairs, showcases and bridal eventsAssist and manage the availability and co-ordination of the hotel function diary within the strategy of the hotel.To reach agreed targets, as set out by the Meeting & Events Manager.To play a vital role in maintaining and improving the Hotel standards by communicating client and guest feedback to relevant Managers in order to improve service.Arranging all supplier elements relating to wedding and event packagesTo be knowledgeable of all company products, cross-selling when possible.To be pro-active and use your initiative in generating sales.Arrange and conduct show-arounds and Wedding Open evenings.Deliver high level of service in all weddings, meeting and events.Monitoring all details on function sheets ensuring it is accurate, correct and concise allowing for proper execution of all events.Preparing and updating menus, floor plans and table plans for all functionsFollowing up on any provisional bookings that have been madeLiaising with reservations and the front office team for bedroom bookings for events and weddingsTo be familiar with competitor offerings and stay in tune with market trends for wedding and events industryAdministrative duties for the meeting & events office and the sales office - menus, table plans, signage etc.The nature of this role will involve some evening and weekend workIdeally you will have:Previous experience of 1 to 2 years in a similar role would be desirableCustomer communication skills of a very high standard as well as strong administration skillsExcellent attention to detail with clear ability to creatively present case to customer.Ability to manage time effectivelyAbility to work within a team, whilst driving the sales agenda in a very busy environment.Knowledge of Hotsoft and Moposa would be desirable but not essentialFluent level of spoken & written English.Why Work With Us?We offer a variety of roster options that can be tailored to suit a positive work-life balance. We are a team of talented professionals who work well together and we are a fun team to work with. We want you to be happy and enjoy coming to work with us by providing every individual with the support and training required.The Osprey Hotel & Spa #ThisIsYourPlaceAbout the companyPREM Group is a leading hospitality management company operating across Europe, specializing in hotel, serviced apartment, and property management. Founded in 1996, PREM Group has established a reputation for excellence, managing a diverse portfolio of properties under its own brands and on behalf of owners. With a commitment to guest satisfaction, operational efficiency, and sustainable practices, PREM Group delivers exceptional hospitality experiences. Combining local expertise with international reach, the company is dedicated to innovation and quality in every aspect of its operations, making it a trusted partner in the hospitality industry.Required Criteria
