Cluster Sales Manager MICE

Company: The Roseate Reading
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Location: Reading
Job Description:

Job Title

Cluster Meetings & Events Sales Manager

Department

Sales & Marketing

Reports To

Regional General Manager

Role Overview

As a Cluster Meetings & Events Manager, you will be responsible for driving Meetings, Events, Conference and Wedding revenue across a portfolio of luxury hotels. This is a proactive sales-focused role centred on identifying new business opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, increasing market share and positioning the hotels as premier destinations for luxury events and weddings.

You will act as a brand ambassador, representing the hotels within the local and regional business community, cultivating relationships with corporate clients, event agencies, wedding planners and luxury lifestyle partners. Through a combination of networking, business development, account management and market intelligence, you will generate new revenue streams while enhancing the visibility and reputation of the hotel group.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development

  • Proactively seek and secure new Meetings, Events, Conference and Wedding business across all cluster properties.
  • Develop and execute targeted sales strategies to grow revenue and market share.
  • Identify and convert new corporate accounts, event agencies and strategic partners.
  • Conduct regular client appointments, sales calls, site visits and venue showcases.
  • Build a strong pipeline of qualified opportunities and maintain accurate sales forecasts.
  • Develop relationships with key decision-makers across corporate, association, social and luxury event sectors.

Wedding Market Growth

  • Lead initiatives to increase wedding enquiries, bookings and revenue across the hotel portfolio.
  • Build relationships with wedding planners, luxury bridal suppliers, photographers, florists and event designers.
  • Represent the hotels at wedding fairs, bridal showcases, and luxury lifestyle events.
  • Develop bespoke wedding experiences that reflect the luxury positioning of the brand.
  • Monitor market trends and competitor activity to identify new opportunities for growth.

Networking & Brand Representation

  • Act as an ambassador for the luxury hotel group within the local business and hospitality community.
  • Attend networking events, exhibitions, trade shows, wedding fairs and industry functions to generate leads and strengthen brand awareness.
  • Establish partnerships with local businesses, luxury brands, tourism organisations, and referral partners.
  • Host client entertainment events, familiarisation visits, and networking receptions.

Account Management

  • Develop and nurture relationships with existing clients to maximise repeat business opportunities.
  • Conduct regular account reviews and identify opportunities for account growth.
  • Deliver exceptional levels of service that reflect the standards of a luxury hospitality brand.
  • Ensure all client interactions are personalised, professional, and commercially focused.

Marketing & Digital Presence

  • Ensure all Meetings, Events and Wedding listings across online directories, venue-finding platforms and wedding websites are regularly reviewed and updated.
  • Work closely with the Marketing team to maximise exposure across digital channels.
  • Contribute to the development of promotional campaigns, luxury event packages and sales collateral.
  • Monitor online presence and recommend enhancements to improve lead generation and conversion.

Revenue & Performance

  • Achieve and exceed individual and cluster sales targets.
  • Drive revenue growth across meetings, conferences, events, private dining and weddings.
  • Monitor enquiry conversion, booking pace and market performance.
  • Produce regular sales activity reports and pipeline updates.
  • Ensure all opportunities and account activity are accurately maintained within the CRM system.

Skills & Experience

Essential

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in hotel sales, luxury hospitality sales, business development, events sales, or wedding sales.
  • Proven track record of generating new business and delivering revenue growth.
  • Strong networking, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills.
  • Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
  • Commercially driven with a proactive and entrepreneurial approach.
  • Ability to work independently and manage a varied sales territory.
  • Flexibility to travel between properties and client locations.
  • Experience within a luxury hotel, resort, or premium hospitality environment.
  • Established network within the corporate, events, wedding, or luxury lifestyle sectors.
  • Knowledge of venue‑finding platforms, CRM systems, and hospitality sales tools.

Personal Attributes

  • Passionate about luxury hospitality and exceptional guest experiences.
  • Confident, polished, and professional ambassador for the brand.
  • Highly motivated and target driven.
  • Creative in identifying business opportunities and partnerships.
  • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
  • Resilient, adaptable, and results focused.

Compensation: Competitive salary

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Posted: July 2nd, 2026