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Job Title


Head of Sales (Meetings & Events)


Company : The Goodwood Estate Company Limited


Location : Chichester, England


Created : 2026-04-26


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Are you a dynamic sales leader with a passion for creating unforgettable experiences? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where creativity meets commercial success?We’re on the hunt for a visionaryHead of Salesto lead our Meetings & Events (M&E) sales function and drive revenue growth across one of the UK’s most iconic estates. This is your chance to shape the future of our M&E business, inspire a talented team, and deliver extraordinary results.As Head of Sales, you’ll be the driving force behind our commercial success in Meetings & Events. Reporting directly to the Commercial Director, you’ll lead a team of 3 Business Development Managers and 4 Sales Executives, crafting and executing a bold sales strategy that puts Goodwood at the forefront of the industry.Key responsibilitiesRevenue Leadership : Own and evolve the sales strategy to maximise revenue across all M&E channels.Business Development : Hunt down new opportunities with corporate clients, sponsors, and high-value accountsCreative Selling : Build bespoke, innovative propositions that make Goodwood irresistible.Stakeholder Engagement : Forge powerful relationships with internal teams and external partners.Market Intelligence : Stay ahead of trends, competitors, and customer needs.Performance & Reporting : Drive KPIs and report pipeline progress directly to the Commercial Director.Team Empowerment : Lead, coach, and energise your team to achieve greatness.What you’ll bringProven success in M&E sales or business development - ideally in sport, hospitality, events, or entertainment.A track record of smashing revenue targets and closing high-value deals.Strategic thinking with a flair for crafting compelling sales narratives.Top-tier communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.Commercial acumen and analytical prowess.Resilience, drive, and a hunger to win.Who you arePassionate and positive, with a “can-do” attitude.Detail-oriented and brilliantly organised.A confident decision-maker who takes ownership.A natural leader and motivator.Customer-obsessed and service-driven.Fun, friendly, and full of energy.What you'll get A competitive package which will include:Discounted products from across the EstateFree Gym and Health Club MembershipA health cash planEvent tickets to our motorsport and horseracing eventsA beautifully unique environment#J-18808-Ljbffr