Hospitality Sales Executive

Sales Executive Leeds City Centre | Full Time | Office Based Join the Team at Aspire LeedsAre you a natural people person with a passion for building relationships? Looking to start or develop your career in sales within the exciting world of events and hospitality? At Aspire Leeds, we're looking for an enthusiastic and driven Sales Executive to join our growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys connecting with people, has excellent communication skills, and wants to be part of one of Leeds' most prestigious event venues. About Aspire LeedsLocated in the heart of Leeds city centre, Aspire is one of the region's leading event venues. Following a multi-million-pound restoration, we've combined stunning historic architecture with state-of-the-art facilities to create a truly unique destination for corporate conferences, networking events, awards dinners, weddings and private celebrations. Our reputation is built on exceptional service and unforgettable experiences, and we're looking for someone who shares our passion for delivering both. The RoleAs our Sales Executive, you'll play a key role in driving new business and helping clients bring their events to life. You'll identify new opportunities, build lasting relationships, showcase our incredible venue, and guide clients through the booking journey from initial enquiry to confirmation. Whether you're beginning your sales career or already have experience in a customer-facing role, we'll provide the training and support you need to succeed. Key Responsibilities • Proactively identify and generate new business opportunities. • Build and nurture relationships with prospective and existing clients. • Arrange and conduct venue tours and client meetings. • Prepare tailored proposals and quotations. • Guide clients through the sales and booking process. • Work closely with the Events team to ensure a seamless client experience. • Maintain accurate records using our CRM system. • Contribute towards individual and team sales targets. About YouWe're looking for someone who is: • Friendly, confident and enjoys building relationships. • An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills. • Organised, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities. • Self-motivated with a positive, can-do attitude. • Keen to learn, develop and build a successful career in sales. • A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment. Desirable (but not essential) • Experience in hospitality, events, retail, customer service or sales. • Previous experience in a customer-facing role. • Experience using CRM systems. What We Offer • The opportunity to build a rewarding career in sales within the events industry. • Ongoing training, coaching and professional development. • A supportive, collaborative and ambitious team. • The chance to work at one of Leeds' most iconic event venues. • Genuine opportunities for career progression as the business continues to grow. Ready to Join Us?If you're ambitious, motivated and excited by the opportunity to build relationships, win new business and be part of an exceptional venue, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the Aspire Leeds team. This version is written to appeal to both experienced candidates and those with transferable customer-facing skills, while using a more engaging, sales-focused tone that's well suited to LinkedIn, Indeed and Caterer.