Sales Executive - Plaisterers' Hall

Job Details

Plaisterers’ Hall is seeking a driven, polished, and motivated Sales Executive to join our warm and dynamic team. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced events environment and is confident managing the full sales cycle — from first enquiry through to conversion.

As part of the Plaisterers’ Hall sales team, you will respond to corporate and private enquiries, host show rounds, prepare tailored proposals and convert reactive leads. You will be responsible for designing, pricing, and delivering profitable events that reflect both our clients’ vision and the prestige of our historic venue.

Success in this role requires a target‑driven mindset, excellent relationship‑building skills, meticulous organisation, and a passion for exceptional service.

Location: Plaisterers Hall, One London Wall, 1 London Wall, Barbican, London EC2Y 5JU

Rate of Pay: 32,000 per annum

Working Pattern: Predominantly Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, occasional weekend work depending on events (time given back in lieu)

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Business Development

• Respond to and convert reactive event enquiries with some adhoc proactive sales.
• Prepare tailored proposals, catering packages, and detailed event quotations.
• Maintain a strong, sustainable pipeline of opportunities.
• Represent Plaisterers’ Hall at trade shows, exhibitions, and industry events to support new business growth.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets across room hire, food & beverage, and associated revenue streams.
• Proactively promote other venue in the portfolio when our venue does not fit the clients brief.
• Supporting the wider team on site during absence.

Client Relationship Management

• Act as the main point of contact for all new enquiries up to contract stage.
• Build and nurture long‑term relationships with corporate and private clients to encourage repeat business.
• Conduct show rounds of Plaisterers’ Hall.
• Manage client expectations during the contracting process, meeting clients on their event day when needed.

About You

• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail and time‑management skills.
• Passionate about delivering memorable and seamless client experiences.
• Experience in a fast‑paced events, venue, sales, or catering environment (minimum 2 years).
• Target‑driven with a proactive and determined approach to winning and retaining business.
• Confident in negotiation, closing sales, and adapting to varied client needs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong presentation ability.
• Proficient in administration, Microsoft Office, and CRM systems.
• A collaborative team player with a positive, solutions‑focused attitude.
• Knowledge of the London events market or experience within historic or listed venues is desirable.

What's in it for you?

Working with Company of Cooks has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits to keep you happy.

• Personal Development and Training opportunities
• Life assurance scheme
• Pension scheme
• Holiday allowance
• Access to Healthcare Support App which includes Annual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion
• Eye care
• A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance
• Family friendly support
• Regular social events and communication with our leaders
• A holiday purchase scheme
• Volunteering days
• Professional subscriptions
• Recognition schemes and people awards
• Long service awards
• Access to some great high street discount vouchers