Sales & Events Executive Apply Post Details
Full time Open ended
The closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 28 July 2024. Interviews are expected to take place on Friday 02 August 2024.
There is an expectation that work will be undertaken in the UK
This role is not eligible for sponsorship. Applicants require to have existing right to work in the UK.
The University of Stirling recognises that a diverse workforce benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers and welcome applications from those who would contribute to further diversification of our staff and ensure that equality, diversity and inclusion is woven into the substance of the role. We strongly encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds including gender, identity, race, age, class, and ethnicity.
The PostBased within the Stirling Venues team, you will maximise revenue opportunities from a range of commercial activities including conference, events and accommodation. You will frequently interact with a range of customers and guests to earn repeat and expanded business through support in the delivery of a first class customer experience.
Why University of Stirling Venues?
University of Stirling Venues has a positive, professional and fully supportive Sales & Events team who deliver high-quality events and conferences on the University of Stirling campus. From first initial enquiry to waving goodbye as our satisfied clients, we are involved with every stage of our customer's journey and we aspire to deliver the difference every time. Joining our team will give you the training, development and support you need to succeed in a career in events, conference and leisure. This role will provide you with daily variety and the opportunity to contribute and make a difference to the delivery of our products and services and to the contribution to the University surplus for future investment in our student experience.
Description of DutiesAs Sales and Event Executive you will perform the following tasks to the highest standards:
It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:
Who are University of Stirling Venues?
The University of Stirling's Commercial Services Directorate operates under the banner of Stirling Venues. Set in stunning grounds at the foot of the Ochil Hills and beneath the gaze of the Wallace Monument, Stirling Venues is the largest single-site provider of conference, events and accommodation facilities in Scotland. We offer a unique range of accommodation, business event and conference opportunities as well as holiday services and experiences using the University of Stirling's extensive 330-acre property portfolio.
Our portfolio includes:
The University of Stirling is committed to providing education with a purpose and carrying out research which has a positive impact on communities across the globe – addressing real issues, providing solutions, and helping to shape society. Stirling is 4th in Scotland and 43rd in the UK for research impact, with 87% of its research having an outstanding or very considerable impact on society – and more than 80% rated either world leading or internationally excellent (Research Excellence Framework 2021).
The University of Stirling is ranked among the top 30 UK universities for student satisfaction (National Student Survey) and top 30 in the UK for postgraduate student experience (Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey), and has an overall five-star rating in the QS Stars University Ratings.
More than 17,000 students study with the University of Stirling globally, with over 140 nationalities represented on its scenic central Scotland campus alone. The University – also home to 1,700 staff – is ranked first in the UK and top three in the world for its campus environment (International Student Barometer 2022, wave two). Ranked first in the UK and top five in the world for its sports facilities (International Student Barometer 2022, wave two), Stirling is Scotland's University for Sporting Excellence. Its world-class facilities provide the perfect training environment for the University's sports scholars – many of whom compete at the highest level, including at the Olympics and Commonwealth Games – and for students, staff, and the wider community.
The University has twice been recognised with a Queen's Anniversary Prize – the first for its Institute for Social Marketing and Health (2014) and the second for its Institute of Aquaculture (2019).
The University is a signatory to the £214 million Stirling and Clackmannanshire City Region Deal and a central partner of the Forth Valley University College Health Partnership. www. stir.ac.uk @stiruni
Job number
SERV01916Contract Type
Open EndedPosting End Date
28-Jul-2024Location:
Stirling CampusGrade
Grade5 £25,138-£27,979 p.a.Faculty/Service
Commercial Services Post DetailsFull time Open ended
The closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 28 July 2024. Interviews are expected to take place on Friday 02 August 2024.
There is an expectation that work will be undertaken in the UK
This role is not eligible for sponsorship. Applicants require to have existing right to work in the UK.
The University of Stirling recognises that a diverse workforce benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers and welcome applications from those who would contribute to further diversification of our staff and ensure that equality, diversity and inclusion is woven into the substance of the role. We strongly encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds including gender, identity, race, age, class, and ethnicity.
The PostBased within the Stirling Venues team, you will maximise revenue opportunities from a range of commercial activities including conference, events and accommodation. You will frequently interact with a range of customers and guests to earn repeat and expanded business through support in the delivery of a first class customer experience.
Why University of Stirling Venues?
University of Stirling Venues has a positive, professional and fully supportive Sales & Events team who deliver high-quality events and conferences on the University of Stirling campus. From first initial enquiry to waving goodbye as our satisfied clients, we are involved with every stage of our customer's journey and we aspire to deliver the difference every time. Joining our team will give you the training, development and support you need to succeed in a career in events, conference and leisure. This role will provide you with daily variety and the opportunity to contribute and make a difference to the delivery of our products and services and to the contribution to the University surplus for future investment in our student experience.
Description of DutiesAs Sales and Event Executive you will perform the following tasks to the highest standards:
It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:
Who are University of Stirling Venues?
The University of Stirling's Commercial Services Directorate operates under the banner of Stirling Venues. Set in stunning grounds at the foot of the Ochil Hills and beneath the gaze of the Wallace Monument, Stirling Venues is the largest single-site provider of conference, events and accommodation facilities in Scotland. We offer a unique range of accommodation, business event and conference opportunities as well as holiday services and experiences using the University of Stirling's extensive 330-acre property portfolio.
Our portfolio includes:
The University of Stirling is committed to providing education with a purpose and carrying out research which has a positive impact on communities across the globe – addressing real issues, providing solutions, and helping to shape society. Stirling is 4th in Scotland and 43rd in the UK for research impact, with 87% of its research having an outstanding or very considerable impact on society – and more than 80% rated either world leading or internationally excellent (Research Excellence Framework 2021).
The University of Stirling is ranked among the top 30 UK universities for student satisfaction (National Student Survey) and top 30 in the UK for postgraduate student experience (Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey), and has an overall five-star rating in the QS Stars University Ratings.
More than 17,000 students study with the University of Stirling globally, with over 140 nationalities represented on its scenic central Scotland campus alone. The University – also home to 1,700 staff – is ranked first in the UK and top three in the world for its campus environment (International Student Barometer 2022, wave two). Ranked first in the UK and top five in the world for its sports facilities (International Student Barometer 2022, wave two), Stirling is Scotland's University for Sporting Excellence. Its world-class facilities provide the perfect training environment for the University's sports scholars – many of whom compete at the highest level, including at the Olympics and Commonwealth Games – and for students, staff, and the wider community.
The University has twice been recognised with a Queen's Anniversary Prize – the first for its Institute for Social Marketing and Health (2014) and the second for its Institute of Aquaculture (2019).
The University is a signatory to the £214 million Stirling and Clackmannanshire City Region Deal and a central partner of the Forth Valley University College Health Partnership. www. stir.ac.uk @stiruni
Job details
Title
Sales & Events Executive
Employer
University of Stirling
Location
United Kingdom
Published
July 06, 2024
Application deadline
July 28, 2024
Job type
Administration/Managerment
Field
Business and Economics
About the employer
The University of Stirling, established in 1967 through a royal charter, is a reputable public university in Stirling, Scotland. Lord Lionel Robbins, an acclaimed economist, was the university's first chancellor. Students can pursue both bachelor’s and master’s level programmes at the university's five faculties. The programmes cover diverse areas of education like accountancy, biology, business, computer science, creative writing, media, and politics. The university received accreditation from the Association of MBAs (AMBA) and is affiliated to the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU). Notably, the university received five stars (the highest rating) in the university rankings given by QS World under five categories, including employability, teaching, inclusiveness, facilities, and internationalization, in 2016. It was also amongst the twenty institutes that were awarded the Queen's Anniversary Prize in 2014. Further, The Which University Student Survey recognised the university for its credible sports programmes in 2018.
Moreover, the university's campus was recognised as the best in the United Kingdom by the International Student Barometer in 2016. Notably, the campus is constructed on the historic site of Airthrey Estate and features state-of-the-art infrastructure. The institute includes various facilities, such as a cinema hall, theatre, bank, pharmacy, supermarket, and library (featuring over 500,000 volumes and 9,000 journals), for the convenience of students. One can dine at various restaurants, cafeterias, and bars on the campus. In addition, the on-campus accommodation includes 2, 000 rooms and townhouses. The university also maintains a sports hall, swimming pool, courts, tracks, and pitches to facilitate sports like squash, tennis, golf, hockey, football and rugby. Around 20% of the university's total students are from foreign countries and represent over 120 nationalities. It also enables its students to experience global educational practices through its collaboration with more than 70 international universities.
Overall, the university includes around 14,000 students, which include 10,300 undergraduate and 3,700 postgraduate students. It also employs over 1,500 members of staff. Renowned organisations like FDM Group, Contract Scotland, North Cumbria NHS, and Scottish Water participate in the placement process on the campus. The university has a host of successful alumni to its credit. Some notable names include Craig Benson - a swimmer and an Olympian, Muffy Calder - former Chief Scientific Advisor to the Scottish Government (2012-15), Alison Jane Brittain - the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Whitbread, and Neil Brailsford - a Senator of the College of Justice in Scotland.