Job Description

We are looking for a

Sales and Events Coordinator

to join our Commercial team on a Permanent basis.

About the Sales and Events Coordinator role

The commercial team generates income across our 13-acre site through conferencing, events, exhibitions and commercial property, with our meeting and conference business alone contributing 1.2 million annually. The Conference Sales and Events Coordinator will drive sales and deliver exceptional client experiences at the Coin Street Neighbourhood Centre.

As our new Sales and Events Coordinator, you will

Develop long-term relationships with our conference clients. Sell, plan, and deliver conferences and meetings. Represent our venues at industry and showcase events. Support the Business Development Manager in increasing our customer base. Offer a positive customer experience to your clients. Get involved in wider commercial activities that deliver to Coin Street's objectives.

To be successful you will need to demonstrate the following

At least two years' experience in the conferences, meetings, or events sector (or a relevant industry). Proven ability to deliver exceptional customer service and meet/exceed sales targets. Confidence using Microsoft Office, databases, and event booking systems. Understanding of event planning including layouts, catering, and client liaison. Strong communication with excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills. Highly organised, detail-oriented mindset, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Passion about delivering commercial success alongside social impact and alignment with Coin Street's values.

About Coin Street Community Builders

We provide the opportunities and spaces for people to lead their own change.



Our activities are wide and far reaching. From giving families and children the best start in life through our childcare and family support, to creating and maintaining high quality spaces to live, work and play on the land that we own.



We promote enterprise, creativity, and lifelong learning whether that is through providing employment, volunteering opportunities, nurturing enterprise, or delivering programmes and activities. We provide housing that supports our community; we champion co-operative housing and influence local and national housing policy.



From sports and dance to healthy eating and gardening, we offer a range of facilities and activities accessible to everyone to support health and wellbeing in our community.

Contract

Permanent, Full-Time (35 per week)

Salary

31,285 per annum

Extras

Equivalent of 35 days annual leave (including Bank holidays), pro rata for part-time staff. 8% contributory pension scheme (5% employer contribution, 3% employee contribution). Health and wellbeing support, including online mental health therapy sessions. Free gym membership at Colombo, annual flu jabs. Commitment to training and development.

To Apply

To apply for the Sales & Events Coordinator role, please click the following link to be redirected to our Recruitment Portal. If you experience difficulties accessing the portal, please send an e-mail to recruitment@coinstreet.org.

Closing Date

Please submit your application by midnight on Sunday, 06 July 2025. Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered.

Successful candidates will be required to undertake a Basic DBS check.