Event Marketing Executive

Role

Pitzhanger is seeking a dynamic & highly motivated Event Marketing Executive, responsible for developing and delivering the Private Hire marketing plan for Pitzhanger’s unique and elegant spaces. This is a project-based role, supporting the development of our Private Hire business, which is anticipated to run until 31 May 2028. The role will involve targeting new business, identifying potential clients, developing relationships, and growing Pitzhanger’s Private Hire income. You will have proven experience in designing and delivering marketing activity across multiple platforms including websites, print, digital and social as well as the curation of onsite promotional events.

Key Responsibilities

·       Oversee the implementation and development of Pitzhanger’s private hire marketing plan and reporting its success and challenges.

·       Innovatively promote Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery through external marketing channels and evaluate the ROI for each activity.

·       Shape, implement, monitor and adapt the annual plan for the branding and marketing of events from web, print and social media in agreed formats to promote Pitzhanger’s brand and to successfully grow the venue hire business in line with targets; to oversee and monitor marketing and sales platforms; to secure photography of events for use in marketing.

·       Actively sell Pitzhanger Manor and Gallery’s venue spaces for private, corporate, and public events to achieve financial targets.

·       Support the Senior Event Manager in developing and implementing a sales strategy to maximize revenue from venue hire.

·       Work collaboratively with the Communications Manager when developing promotional materials and campaigns for venue hire.

·       Actively seek out new markets and opportunities for business growth.

·       Build and maintain relationships with event agencies, party planners, corporate clients, and individuals to increase bookings.

·       Accurately maintain and grow a client database by recording all customer profiles and booking information.

·       Convert reactive enquiries into confirmed revenue through effective negotiation, timely proposals, and innovative selling techniques.

·       Negotiate and manage contracts, ensuring terms and conditions are clear, and expectations are aligned.

·       Represent Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery at exhibitions, trade associations, and other events as appropriate.

·       Ensure the highest standard of customer service, maintaining Pitzhanger’s reputation as a top venue in West London.

·       Track and report on promotional and sales performance, maintaining records of enquiries, bookings, and financial performance.

·       Set up appropriate systems processes for monitoring sales success.

·       Managing careful handover of booked clients to the Events Management team.

Person Specification

·       Proven sales-based marketing experience, ideally within the events industry and/or arts and heritage sector.

·       Experienced background in marketing, skilled in working across social media platforms, production of content, development of print materials and sales copywriting

·       Proven experience in delivering proactive and reactive sales within a venue, preferably in corporate, cultural or arts-related settings.

·       Proven ability to work towards financial targets, delivering high-quality outcomes within tight deadlines.

·       Strong negotiation skills with the ability to inspire customer trust and confidence.

·       Strong understanding of the events industry, knowledge of the London venue hire market, particularly within heritage or cultural venues (desirable).

·       Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

·       Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple enquiries and stakeholders simultaneously.

·       Self-motivated with a proactive approach to achieving targets and driving revenue.

·       Excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to providing exceptional client service.

·       Flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to work outside normal office hours as required and arranged

·       A team player with a positive, solution-focused attitude.

·       Passionate about heritage, arts, and culture, with an understanding of Pitzhanger's unique position within the sector

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of sales-based marketing experience, preferably in a venue
• Excellent IT skills, including proficiency in CRM systems and standard office applications (Excel, Word etc)
• Social media and marketing experience, particularly in reporting on campaigns.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet sales targets.
• Networking exposure with a track record of building strong client relationships.

What We Offer

·       Competitive salary

• Opportunity to work in one of London’s most historic and unique venues.
• A creative and supportive work environment.
• Discounts in the Cafe, shop and Pitzhanger’s events programme

·       5% Pension plan contribution.

To Apply

Submit a CV and covering letter (max.400 words) summarising how your skills and experience meet the job description and person specification for the role by 12pm, Wednesday 11 March 2026.

We try to answer all applications, however If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of your application, then we regret that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.