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We’re looking for a hardworking, driven and passionate candidate to join our team as we continue our growth in 2025, helping our owners to maintain their high quality properties, and to ensure our guests receive the very best customer service whilst staying with us. This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the fastest growing holiday management companies in the UK. Reporting to the Sales Director you will be an ambitious and energetic individual who will help the business to expand its clientele and be the ambassador for Host & Stay and its brands across Norfolk. You will be front of the company and will have the dedication to create and apply an effective sales strategy. The goal of the Property Consultant is to drive sustainable financial growth through boosting sales and forging strong relationships with clients. The Property Consultant helps the business obtain better brand recognition and financial growth. You will coordinate with company executives and sales & marketing professionals to review current market trends in order to propose new business ideas that can improve revenue margins. The Property Consultant is often the first point of contact a new potential client will have with our company when they are seeking information about what we offer. You will need to build long-standing and successful relationships with clients and have a clear, decisive way of communicating to adapt solutions for different needs on behalf of the clients ensuring our existing owners receive a market leading service to maximise retention. This is a hybrid role, and the successful candidate will work mainly from home and ideally reside locally to the area they will be responsible for. Pay & Rewards: Starting salary will be in line with experience and skill set, with base rate starting from £28k, with the potential earnings of £75k with the bonus structure and a £4k car allowance. • Bonus Structure, • Company Events, • Wellness programme, • Employee Discount, • Company Car, • Health Cash Back Plan, • Death in Service, • Pay Protection And Day to Day? …….. You will be responsible for: Owner and Property Recruitment • In line with the portfolio and recruitment plan, recruit new owners and properties by optimising the conversion of head office leads and the generation of self-sourced leads., • Passionately sell the brand and business negotiating the best commercial terms with property owners in line with company guidelines., • Maximise the commercial ‘opt ins’ with new and existing property owners, improving property margin and commercial success of each property., • Promote the benefits of the dynamic pricing model and provide accurate pricing data., • Promote our property management offering where it is featured to increase penetration across the portfolio., • Work collaboratively with colleagues in our offices to ensure all leads and sales opportunities are maximised. Owner Retention • Build long-term relationships with new and existing customers ensuring every touchpoint delivers a market leading experience and leads to retention., • Carry out owner business review meetings and quality assessments in line with company guidelines and timescales ensuring both the owner and business have the information to maximise the commercial opportunity., • Area and Business Development, • Design and implement a series of engaging & market leading tactical in-resort/territory promotional campaigns, network smartly and intensively undertaking any necessary recruitment activity., • Establish a strong presence in the estate agent and rural community as the face of Host & Stay to be the go to holiday rental agency of choice. To be considered for this role you MUST have the following skills: • Strong negotiation and influencing skills., • Full UK Licence, • Passionate about sales and customer service., • An efficient communicator with a professional and customer orientated approach., • Confident to challenge and approach conversations in the right manner., • Ability to build rapport and build relationships with customers and stakeholders., • Excels at multi-tasking, is organised, and has good time management., • Good commercial and business awareness., • Strong analytical skills to evaluate data and to make recommendations., • Proven working experience as a business development manager, sales executive, or a relevant role., • Proven sales track record., • Experience in cold calling desirable, • Market knowledge., • Being a self-starter is a must., • Be able to work remotely., • Full driving license (if you have a disability, we will explore reasonable adjustments with you). Who is Host & Stay? Host & Stay is based in Saltburn-by-the-sea and provides full-service holiday home property management to over 1100 properties across the UK. Host & Stay was born from a love and passion for property, and a desire to lead the change in an age-old industry. Our vision is simple, to help property owners maximise their income, maximise their returns, and reduce their fees and their hassle. We’re on a mission to make the UK one of the most popular, guest centric holiday destinations in the world – but not at the expense of holiday homeowners paying high management fees and seeing very little, if any return on their investments. We want our customers and communities to succeed and thrive. We have ambitious plans for further growth and impact, and we need the right people to take this leap with us. It may be challenging at times, but you can be assured that it is going to be rewarding and inspiring. After all, we are changing lives, every day, in all that we do. Any Questions? If you have any questions about the recruitment process, or you have access requirements you would like us to be aware of, please contact the Recruitment Team on e: _ - we will be happy to help! We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.

Levy Ireland Assistant Beverage Manager - Covering, Leopardstown, Fairyhouse and The Curragh racecourses - €40000 +Benefits About Levy Ireland Levy Ireland, part of Compass Group, is a market leader in premium food, beverage, and hospitality experiences across sport and entertainment. In Ireland, Levy partners with Horse Racing Ireland to deliver world-class hospitality at some of the country's most iconic racecourses. From bustling race days to high-profile events, our teams create memorable guest experiences through exceptional service, quality products, and a passion for hospitality. Assistant Beverage Manager Horse Racing Ireland Job Overview We are seeking an organised, proactive, and customer-focused Assistant Beverage Manager to support the successful delivery of bar operations across race days and events. This role is responsible for assisting with stock management, team leadership, operational planning, and ensuring exceptional service standards are consistently maintained. Working closely with the Head of Beverage, the successful candidate will play a key role in delivering efficient and high-quality beverage operations in a fast-paced event environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious hospitality professional looking to develop their career within a dynamic organisation that offers strong progression and development opportunities. Key Responsibilities Stock & Inventory Management • Complete event-day and monthly stock takes, maintaining accurate inventory records, • Place stock orders in line with operational and event requirements, • Receive, check, and record all stock deliveries, ensuring accuracy and quality standards are met, • Support effective stock control procedures to minimise waste and maximise efficiency Event & Race Day Operations • Coordinate and deliver full bar set-ups for race days and events, • Support the smooth running of bar operations during busy service periods, • Ensure all bars are fully prepared, stocked, and operationally compliant before opening, • Maintain high standards of presentation, cleanliness, and guest experience throughout events Team Leadership & Development • Supervise and support beverage team members during shifts and events, • Assist with onboarding and training of new team members, • Provide ongoing coaching and guidance to maintain service excellence and operational standards, • Foster a positive and professional team culture Staffing & Coordination • Work closely with the Head of Beverage to coordinate staffing requirements for events, • Assist with rota planning and ensure adequate team coverage across operations, • Support effective communication between departments to ensure seamless event delivery Compliance & Standards • Ensure compliance with all company policies, licensing regulations, and health & safety procedures, • Promote and maintain responsible alcohol service at all times, • Uphold operational standards and ensure all teams follow best practice procedures Key Requirements • Previous experience in a supervisory role within bar, beverage, or hospitality operations, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, • Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Flexible approach to working hours, including weekends and event days, • Full Irish driving licence and access to own vehicle required (travel expenses provided) Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength! #Pro JBRP1_UKTJ