Conference and Events Sales Executive

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Grade 4 - £ 31,109.68 - Permanent 35 hours per week, 5/7, including evenings and weekends Since being granted our Royal Charter in 1599, the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow has been improving health and healthcare for people around the world. Today, we are a professional membership body providing education, assessment and development to more than 15,000 Fellows and Members at all stages of their careers. We are a UK organisation with a global membership. Our estate in the heart of Glasgow city centre includes modern conferencing and events facilities, a rich and extensive heritage collection with museum status, a library and our multi-award winning events offering, 1599 at the Royal College. Our purpose is built around delivering: Excellent education and outstanding member experience New standards through assessment and gold standard qualifications Transformative impact on the health and wellbeing of the wider world Our vision: To build an influential global community that enables our Members to develop the skills, knowledge and influence to improve healthcare standards worldwide. Our mission: We want to enable our Members to achieve their full potential as healthcare professionals and give them an influential voice in the world. Our values: The College is not a building or a tradition, but a global community. In all that we do, were committed to putting our people first: Fellows and Members, those undertaking our education and assessment, colleagues and partners. For us, how we work is as important as what we do, and we aim to live by our values. They embody the essence of the College motto, conjurat amice, meaning together in friendship. Its an approach that is as relevant today as it was 425 years ago. Community Working together to support one another to succeed; listening to and engaging with partners and people, locally, nationally and globally, to achieve our core purpose. Integrity Valuing and learning from our heritage and commitment to excellence; never compromising on our core purpose, our standards and the quality of delivery. Innovation Proactively challenging current thinking with a forward-looking agile approach that meets the changing needs of our members and all those who interact with us. Inspiration Leading by example through open dialogue, teamwork and engagement to maximise our potential and affect change. Inclusivity Demonstrating care, kindness, civility, generosity and mutual respect through the way we welcome, work and interact with people. The Role Reporting to the Conference and Event Sales Manager, the Conference and Event Sales Executive is responsible for the generation and maximisation of revenue opportunities for 1599 at the Royal College. The post holder will interact frequently with new and existing customers with the intention of securing repeat and expanded business across all sectors, while managing client expectations to generate further sales. The role will involve identifying and pursuing sales opportunities, generating new bookings, managing existing client relationships, and working to achieve agreed sales targets and KPIs. The post holder will also co-ordinate events within the College and deputise for the Conference and Event Sales Manager when required. About You The post-holder will require the following: Essential Degree level education or equivalent experience Experience in conference and event sales with a proven track record Strong interpersonal skills to promote the business Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to influence decision makers at all levels Desirable: Supervisory experience in a similar environment Experience across corporate and medical sectors Job Context and Special Features Due to the nature of the duties and responsibilities associated with this role, the post holder will be expected to work five days out of seven every week, with variable shifts covering early mornings, evenings and weekend events. A flexible approach to the role is required. Benefits include: 40 days holiday Hybrid working

at least 50% working in College, dependent on the needs of the business Pension Scheme

The College offers a contributory pension scheme with employee contributions ranging from 6% to 10%, based on the employees chosen contribution level Life Assurance Enhanced Sick Pay, Maternity, Paternity and Adoption pay Health and Wellbeing Benefit Cycle to Work Scheme How to apply: Successful candidates will have the requisite ability and experience to meet the specific requirements of the post. If you believe you have the skills to be part of our team then apply by submitting your CV, with a cover letter and Equal Opportunities Monitoring form (available from our website). Please note that the College is unable to provide visa sponsorship. Therefore, candidates must already have the right to work in the UK. Closing Date:17 April 2026 Interview Schedule: Interviews are anticipated to be held on w/c 27th April 2026.

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