Venue Sales Manager

Bradford Arts Centre


Job Summary

We are seeking a proactive manager to drive revenue and oversee commercial operations at Bradford Arts Centre. You will be responsible for growing room hire income, managing the end-to-end booking process, and maintaining high standards for corporate clients.

Job Description

As the Venue Hire Manager for Bradford Arts Centre, you will drive revenue growth by executing a robust business development strategy and managing the end-to-end commercial booking process. This hands-on role involves securing new clients, maintaining existing relationships, and overseeing the practical delivery of events – from room setups and catering logistics to onsite client liaison. You will manage vacant office tenancies, collaborate with internal artistic teams to ensure organizational alignment, and partner with regional stakeholders to enhance the Centre’s commercial reach. Beyond operations, you will be responsible for market analysis, financial reporting, and networking to maintain a competitive edge, ensuring the Centre meets its ambitious SMART targets and remains a premier regional venue.

Job Requirements

  • Significant experience of successfully raising commercial income through room hires, tenancies and corporate events.
  • Experience of delivering successful events and room bookings on the ground.
  • The ability to build sales from scratch, identifying new market opportunities and delivering new clients
  • Strong previous experience of developing and maintaining relationships with corporate clients and businesses.
  • Effective organisational and management skills and the ability to self-motivate.
  • Experience in working closely with other managers to deliver success.
  • This job will involve some evening and weekend work

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Venue Sales Manager
  • Salary: £25k-£30k
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Performing arts
  • Role: Catering & Hospitality
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Mon, 23 Feb 2026

  • Location:

    Yorkshire

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Job: Venue Sales Manager

Job: Venue Sales Manager

Organisation: Bradford Arts Centre

Postcode: BD1 4TY

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