Sales Executive at Bath's Historic Venues (B&NES Council)

Are you a well-organised, self-reliant and motivated sales person, keen to promote the hire of Bath's finest historic buildings and parks to public, private and corporate clients?

Baths Historic Venues, a division of the Council’s Heritage Services Department, are looking for a personable, outgoing and experienced sales executive with a proven record in sourcing and generating new business opportunities.

Reporting to the Hospitality and Events Manager, you will be responsible for proactive sales initiatives as well as managing incoming sales enquiries for the Pump Room, Roman Baths, Guildhall, Victoria Art Gallery and Bath’s historic Parks.  The role is largely computer and telephone based with regular client meetings as well as occasional business to business exhibitions or promotional events. There will also be occasional evening/ weekend work covering as Function Manager or at promotional events.

As well as excellent customer service and a clear telephone manner, the successful candidate will have a pro-active approach, demonstrate initiative and enjoy working in a busy environment where frequent interruptions are the norm. Attention to detail is vital for this demanding post which will require excellent computer skills and the ability to work on several tasks simultaneously.

Key details

Find the full job description with principle requirements, responsiblities and skills here.

• Location: Bath 
• Contractual hours: 37 (Full time)
• Salary: £29,269 - £31,264 per annum (Hourly rate £15.43 - £16.26) 
• Application closing date: 20/11/2023
• Interview Date: 27^th November 2023

Why B&NES Council?

B&NES Council offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need.  These include:

• A competitive salary package
• A range of flexible working and hybrid working options, including flexi-time, four regional offices and home-working, dependent on service requirements
• A generous holiday allowance and special leave provisions
• The Local Government Pension Scheme
• A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme – whatever life throws at you; we are committed to supporting you and your well-being at work and home
• Professional and personal development including in-house training and accredited qualifications including Aspiring Manager and Leadership Development
• Discount scheme including the VECTIS card that offers numerous local discounts including cycle to work and free entry to numerous local attractions with B&NES

Interested to find out more?

If you are interested in this post and require more details after reading the job description or just to chat through the role and what’s involved, please contact Tom Deller, Hospitaltity & Events Manager on 01225 477734 or Tom_deller@bathnes.gov.uk

To apply

Please use the online application facility on their website here
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