WE’RE HIRING: CORPORATE & FIELD SALES MANAGER
About Us
We are a premier, independent wedding and events venue in Surrey. We have a stunning property, an exceptional operations team, and vast capacity for corporate events, retreats, private parties, and large-scale celebrations. We are now looking for a hungry, high-energy Proactive Sales Manager to aggressively hunt for new business, build corporate relationships, and fill our mid-week and off-peak calendar.
THE ROLE
This is not a desk job waiting for the phone to ring. You will be a proactive market hunter. You will take full ownership of outbound business development, targeting corporate clients, event agencies, local associations, and private networks across Surrey and the surrounding counties. You will be trusted to operate autonomously, manage your own pipeline, and deliver measurable revenue growth.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Outbound Lead Generation: Actively research, identify, and cold-reach local corporate businesses, booking agents, and event planners to pitch our venue.
- Field Sales & Networking: Conduct outbound sales calls, attend local business networking events, and arrange face-to-face pitches with key decision-makers (HR managers, PAs, corporate event planners).
- Site Inspections & Pitches: Bring high-value corporate clients to the venue, host familiarisation trips, and deliver compelling showcases that convert into contracted business.
- Commercial Strategy: Develop and execute an annual proactive sales plan targeting mid-week meetings, team-building days, corporate retreats, and large festive parties.
- Account Management: Build and nurture long-term relationships with secured accounts to ensure repeat annual bookings and maximise client lifetime value.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Proven Track Record: Minimum 3 years of proactive, outbound B2B sales experience within the hospitality, hotel, or premium venue sector (Essential).
The “Hunter” Mindset: A self-motivated professional who loves the thrill of the chase, is highly resilient, and is driven by hitting and smashing financial targets.
Local Network: An existing rolodex or strong understanding of the Surrey/Guildford corporate landscape is highly advantageous.
Complete Autonomy: You must be a self-starter who can structure your own week between road/field sales and on-site pitches without needing day-to-day directorial micro-management.
Professionalism: Exceptional presentation, sharp negotiation skills, and a consultative selling style. Clean UK driving licence and own vehicle required for local travel.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive base salary of £38,000 – £42,000 (dependent on your experience and track record).
- Generous, uncapped commission structure directly tied to the outbound revenue you bring in.
- Mileage allowance for local business travel.
- The autonomy to run your sales strategy like your own business.
Reservations@guildfordmanor.com
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