As the Group and Events Sales Manager, you will be responsible for reactive sales for all groups & events by answering incoming calls or emails from clients, leading show-rounds and events for prospective clients and supporting the sales team. Your tasks will include but will not be limited to:

• To manage the enquiry inbox aiming for a 2 hour turn around
• To have a genuine warm and friendly manner over the phone and in person in order to convert enquiries to booked events.
• Have a complete understanding of budget, targets, and forecasts for your department.
• Maintain accurate client records and build strong relationships.
• Complete weekly review of Business on the Books (BOB) and maintain up to date event and group forecasts.
• Negotiate contracts and packages for clients ensuring we maximise revenue.
• To liaise closely with the Director of Events and Assistant Director of Events and relevant departments ahead of show rounds to ensure they are carried out smoothly.
• To supervise team members, training and act as the point of contact if the Director of Events/Assistant Director of Events is not present.
• Work with clients to identify their needs and to update when appropriate on event progress.
• Conduct market research, gather information and negotiate contracts prior to closing any deals.
• Have a full understanding and knowledge of F&B and events offering so you can appropriately tailor events and upsell where appropriate.
• Assist with the planning of each even where required from start to finish according to requirements to ensure we meet and exceed guest expectation in regards to any group or event booking.
• To be an ambassador for Nobu as well as someone who embodies our values and commitment to our teams

BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM

• £1000 Refer a Friend Scheme
• 2 Hotel-wide social events a year including Employee Awards night
• Discounted overnight stays across Nobu properties Worldwide
• Discounted Pilates classes and Wellness treatments
• Opportunities to progress within our hotel and the wider portfolio
• Mental Health First Aiders within the team
• Access to Hospitality Action
• Up to 33 holiday days through length of service
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Season Ticket Loan
• Discounts off all food and beverage
• Free meals whilst on duty (also beverages including tea/coffee/cold drinks)
• Flu Vaccinations
• Wellness initiatives

Nobu Hotels effortlessly blends modern luxury and minimal Japanese tradition into the concept of a lifestyle hotel. Filled with cutting-edge design and stunning spaces, Nobu Hotels provides remarkable hospitable service and an unparalleled experience like nothing before. Helming from world renowned

Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, the Nobu Hotels concept is a remarkable conjunction of exquisite cuisine, innovation and creativity.

Nobu Hotel London Portman Square features 249 guest rooms and suites, together with a Nobu restaurant, ballroom and meeting spaces beautifully conceptualised by London-based architecture and interior design firm, David Collins Studio, in conjunction with Make Architects.

We are looking for great people that embody our core values of Kokoro, Smile, Family & Crafted.

You will share our passion, deliver quality results and have the courage to be different and creative within your specialism.