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The Business Development & Sales Manager is responsible for increasing Dovecot sales of venue hire, tapestry and events and is crucial to the income and operational sustainability of our world-renowned tapestry studio. Each year Dovecot hosts a range of high profile events including weddings, parties, conferences and private views and is renowned for its premium level of service and delivery. You will increase revenue by maximising our building occupancy, identifying sales leads and pitching our work and services to new customers. You will deliver first class event hire service for clients and maintain exceptional customer service for all visitors while working sensitively within Dovecot’s wider brand and position in the art world. Working strategically as a manager in the Commercial and Operations team, you will not only increase revenue but also help to drive building footfall, tapestry sales and new artwork commissions with knowledge and understanding of the processes and craftsmanship involved.

Line manager to the Venue hire team and reporting to the Head of Commercial & Operations, the successful candidate will have at least three years’ proven business planning and sales skills in a commercial or target-driven environment. You will be able to think strategically and analytically, set, track and deliver sales targets and communicate effectively to get results. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential. The job is perfect for a candidate with a demonstrable track record of sales, looking to take their next step and assume a significant level of autonomy and responsibility.

To apply please send your CV & covering letter to clairemchardy@dovecotstudios.com