Senior Sales Executive - Aviva Stadium

What you'll be doing:

Senior Sales Executive - Aviva Stadium

Salary: Negotiable depending on experience

Levy Ireland, is a leading provider of catering and hospitality services, renowned for delivering exceptional culinary experiences at some of Ireland’s most iconic venues. Formed through the partnership with Fitzers Catering, we combine Fitzers' heritage in the Irish market with Levy’s global expertise to create innovative, world-class dining experiences.

With a portfolio that includes prestigious locations such as Aviva Stadium, The Convention Centre Dublin, Leopardstown Racecourse, and The Curragh, we are proud to serve exceptional food and hospitality to our clients and guests. Our commitment to excellence extends to every aspect of our operations, ensuring that every event and service we provide is a memorable one.

At Levy Ireland, we’re passionate about what we do and continuously strive for growth, innovation, and a world-class guest experience. Join our team and become part of a dynamic company at the forefront of Ireland’s hospitality and catering industry.

About the role:

You will lead the strategic development and execution of business opportunities, maximizing non-match day venue sales by targeting new meeting and event clients across all markets. Additionally, to oversee the growth of existing key accounts in alignment with the comprehensive sales and marketing strategy.

• Assist the Sales Manager with various tasks including sales campaigns and yield/diary management
• Guide the enquiry process to the contract and first deposit stage before transitioning clients to the events team
• Engage in both proactive and reactive sales activities, with an emphasis on long-term and larger bookings
• Represent the company at industry events as required
• Utilise Salesforce/ Delphi to maintain the client database and all account information and sales activities

About you:

• Passionate about driving both sales strategies and overseeing event execution
• Highly motivated with a proactive attitude and a demonstrated ability to take initiative
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to negotiate effectively
• Strong planning and organizational skills, adept at managing complex projects
• Familiarity with Delphi software is advantageous, though not essential
• Highly organized and proficient in Microsoft Office suite, with a focus on detail
• Approachable and enthusiastic personality, capable of building strong client relationships
• Collaborative team player with strong multitasking abilities
• Committed to delivering exceptional service and maintaining high standards
• Detail-oriented and process-driven, ensuring thoroughness in all aspects of work
• A diploma-level qualification in Business or Hospitality is advantageous
• Experience in a proactive sales environment, preferably within the venue, hotel, or agency sectors

Benefits:

• Holiday Saturday Fund (HSF) & Perks Card for exclusive discounts
• Up to 55% off cinema tickets & entertainment deals
• Health, wellbeing, and shopping discounts (up to 15% off)
• Meals on duty
• PRSA scheme, Life Assurance, & Employee Assistance Programme
• 20 days’ leave + bank holidays & holiday purchase scheme
• Family benefits & financial wellbeing support
• Ongoing training, career development & paid professional subscriptions

About Us:

Levy UK & Ireland is the vibrant and exciting sector of Compass Group, the world’s largest catering company. We work at some of the greatest venues in the world, delivering legendary experiences in food, drink, and hospitality. 

In Ireland, we are proud to have a wealth of long-standing partnerships with venues across sport and events. Our partnerships include venues such as the Aviva Stadium, the Dublin Convention Centre and a number of racecourses including Leopardstown Racecourse and Fairyhouse Racecourse. 

We are culinary champions – it’s what we do and it’s what we are passionate about. At the core of our work is the belief that sustainably sourced great food and drink, coupled with exceptional service is key to creating legendary experiences.  

Focused on ‘doing the right thing’ for our people and the planet, sustainability, wellbeing, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what we do.  

We have a commitment to being Net Zero by 2027, are official partners of the British Paralympic Association, and are proud to pay all our team members at least the Real Living Wage or London Living Wage. 

Why work with Levy Ireland?

We collaborate with some of the UK and Ireland’s most game-changing and well-loved brands, all sharing our vision for bringing best-in-class experiences. 

At Levy Ireland, we take pride in fostering a workplace culture that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusion. We believe that our differences are our greatest strengths, and we are committed to creating an environment where every individual is valued, respected, and empowered. Our team is a vibrant tapestry of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, which enriches our creativity, innovation, and overall success. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities, promoting fairness, and ensuring that all voices are heard. 

We firmly believe that a diverse team leads to innovation and creativity. We welcome candidates from all walks of life and backgrounds to join us in our mission to create a supportive and equitable work environment where everyone has the chance to excel and collaborate. 

Join us in our journey towards a more diverse and inclusive world, where every person has the chance to thrive and contribute their unique talents. Together, we can achieve greatness. 

We collaborate with some of the UK’s most game-changing and well-loved brands, all sharing our vision for bringing best-in-class experiences