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Groups, Conference and Events Sales Executive

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In-Office
London, Greater London, England, GBR
Entry level
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London, Greater London, England, GBR
Entry level
Convert group, conference, and event inquiries into bookings while meeting sales and revenue targets. The role includes upselling services, managing event scheduling and space utilization, building client relationships, conducting hotel show rounds, supporting event handovers, and participating in promotional activities to grow hotel events business.
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Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As a Groups, Conference and Events (GC&E) Sales Executive at Hilton Wembley, you’re not just driving revenue by securing GCE bookings – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

How We'll Help You Thrive

 At Hilton, the hospitality we're known for doesn't end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members' wellbeing, supporting you through all of life's moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with a wide range of perks and benefits, including:

  • Competitive pay & Sales Incentives, with opportunities to grow your career with Hilton.
  • Incredible travel perks – Enjoy discounted hotel stays through our Go Hilton travel programme, with room rates as low as $40 USD per night at participating hotels worldwide.
  • Food and beverage discounts – Receive 50% off food and beverage at participating outlets.
  • Free meals on duty – Helping you stay energised throughout your shift.
  • Generous holiday allowance – Enjoy 28 days' holiday including bank holidays, increasing with service.
  • Own a piece of Hilton – Through our Employee Stock Purchase Programme (ESPP), eligible Team Members can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount.
  • Pension scheme – Supporting you as you plan for the future.
  • High street discounts – Access a range of exclusive savings through Perks at Work.
  • Mental health resources – Through our Care for All hub, Team Members have access to wellbeing resources, alongside free counselling and support through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
  • Crisis Concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for practical support and emotional care.
  • Career development opportunities – Grow with Hilton through learning and development programmes designed to support your personal and professional growth.
     

*Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member location and terms and conditions of employment.



Responsibilities

Here's what you'll do during a typical day:

  • Convert leads into bookings: Respond to and convert incoming group and event enquiries to meet sales targets and maximize revenue
  • Drive upselling and conversion: Identify opportunities to upsell services and increase conversion rates through consistent, high-quality sales tactics
  • Optimize event scheduling: Manage the events calendar to support optimal yield and space utilization
  • Build strong client relationships: Engage with customers to understand their needs, foster loyalty, and generate repeat and expanded business
  • Lead impactful site visits: Arrange and conduct hotel show rounds to showcase spaces and services in alignment with client expectations
  • Support seamless event execution: Ensure accurate administration and smooth handover of booked events for successful on-property delivery
  • Support hotel promotions: Participate in promotional activities to increase visibility and drive GCE business
Qualifications

What It Takes to Make the Stay

At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

    About Us
    Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture
    At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.
    Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands, and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.
    Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.
    Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work. 

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