Event Sales Manager

Create Memorable Events. Build Meaningful Relationships. Grow With Us.

Sentient Workspace & Events is expanding our event offerings, and we're looking for an experienced Event Sales Manager to help us grow this exciting part of our business.

Our vision is to create elegant, elevated, and memorable events backed by exceptional service. From weddings and milestone celebrations to corporate gatherings and sophisticated private events, we want every client to feel confident that their event is in capable hands from their first conversation with us through the final guest's departure.

The Event Sales Manager will play an important role in bringing that vision to life.

This position combines event sales, relationship building, and event management. You'll guide prospective clients through the sales process, develop new relationships and event opportunities, and then work alongside our team to help ensure the events you've booked are executed beautifully.

For someone who loves both the business and hospitality sides of events, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a growing venue.

This is a full-time position with a base salary of $60,000–$65,000 plus monthly commissions on event sales and meeting rooms, plus additional bonus opportunities.

Our Event Spaces

Sentient Workspace & Events offers a growing collection of flexible and distinctive spaces in Trevose, PA.

Our event offerings include:

An elegant ballroom accommodating 100 guestsA new venue space accommodating up to 200 guestsA new outdoor ceremony spaceLounge and café-style event spacesProfessional meeting and conference roomsFlexible spaces for corporate meetings and gatheringsOur spaces provide the backdrop for weddings and ceremonies, showers, milestone celebrations, mitzvahs, corporate events, retreats, conferences, fundraisers, networking events, meetings, and other private gatherings.

As we expand our event offerings, we're looking for someone who can help establish Sentient as a premier destination for events in Bucks County and the greater Philadelphia area.

The Role

As our Event Sales Manager, you'll own the client relationship from initial inquiry through the successful execution of the event.

Your responsibilities will include:

Responding thoughtfully and promptly to incoming event inquiriesLearning about each client's vision, priorities and needsConducting professional venue tours and helping prospective clients envision their event at SentientDeveloping proposals, pricing and event agreements in TripleSeatFollowing up with prospective clients and converting qualified opportunities into booked eventsDeveloping new event business through networking, community involvement, partnerships, referrals, and thoughtful prospectingBuilding relationships with local businesses, corporations, wedding and event professionals, nonprofits and community organizationsDeveloping relationships with planners, vendors and other professionals who can help grow Sentient's event businessManaging event details after booking and serving as a trusted point of contact for clientsCollaborating with the Sentient team to deliver a polished and memorable guest experienceIdentifying opportunities for corporate clients to utilize Sentient's meeting rooms, workspace, and other business servicesMaintaining accurate event information, proposals, communication, and bookings in TripleseatHelping develop new ideas and strategies to grow our events business and strengthen Sentient's presence in the local marketWho We're Looking For

The ideal candidate combines sales ability with genuine hospitality.

You understand that selling an event isn't simply about booking a room. It's about listening to a client, understanding what they're trying to create, earning their trust and giving them confidence that they've chosen the right venue.

We're looking for someone who is:

Experienced in event sales, venue sales, hospitality, catering or a related events rolePolished, professional and comfortable working with a wide variety of clientsWarm, personable and skilled at building lasting relationshipsConfident conducting venue tours and presenting event optionsComfortable asking for the business and following up consistently with prospective clientsMotivated by achieving sales goals and growing revenueProactive about developing new relationships and event opportunitiesDetail-oriented and highly organizedAble to manage multiple events and client relationships simultaneouslyComfortable transitioning from the sales process into event planning and executionCreative and excited about helping clients envision what's possible within our spacesCollaborative and willing to work alongside the team to ensure events are executed at a high levelAn excellent written and verbal communicatorCompensation & Schedule

This is a full-time position with a base salary of $60,000–$65,000 plus monthly commissions on event sales and meeting rooms plus additional bonus opportunities.

Commissions are an important part of the compensation package and reward the Event Sales Manager for successfully growing Sentient's event business. Additional bonus opportunities are also available through workspace sales.

The position is primarily Monday through Friday, with occasional evening and weekend availability required based on the event schedule.

Help Us Build Something Special

Sentient Workspace & Events is entering an exciting stage of growth.

With the addition of our new 200-person event venue and outdoor ceremony space, we're expanding what's possible at Sentient and creating new opportunities for weddings, private celebrations, corporate gatherings, and other memorable events.

We're looking for someone who sees that opportunity and wants to help shape it.

Someone who understands that exceptional event sales begins with exceptional hospitality. Someone who can build relationships, earn trust and turn a client's vision into an event they're excited to experience.

If you have event experience, a strong sales mindset and a passion for creating elevated client experiences, we'd love to meet you.

Apply today and tell us about your experience in event sales and what you believe creates an exceptional event experience.

Pay: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offVision insuranceExperience:

Event planning: 1 year (Required)Event marketing: 1 year (Required)Events management: 1 year (Required)Sales: 2 years (Required)Hospitality: 2 years (Preferred)Management: 1 year (Preferred)Work Location: In person