London Sales Manager 2026

Full Time

Join our Team

Hattingley Valley has quickly established itself as one of the UK’s most successful wineries, winning over 180 industry awards for its still and sparkling wines, which are enjoyed throughout the UK and exported internationally to 16 countries.

The Role

Due to the increasing demand for our wines, we are seeking to expand our sales team. We are looking for a proactive, dynamic individual who will manage and seek to grow sales across on & off-trade channels, focussed on London/Greater London.

Key Responsibilities
  • Own and grow the London sales territory, targeting premium on-trade accounts) and off-trade accounts (independent wine merchants, specialist retailers, luxury department stores).
  • Work directly and collaboratively with our distribution partner to drive and nurture existing business as well as bring new business opportunities.
  • Manage and nurture an existing portfolio of London accounts, building long-term, trusted relationships with key buyers.
  • Negotiate listings, pricing, and promotional terms with buyers and distribution partner, in line with brand positioning guidelines.
  •  Act as brand ambassador in London, ensuring consistent messaging and premium presentation across all touch points.

Preference will be given to those who...
  • Have strong existing relationships with London on-trade and/or off-trade buyers.
  • Have a genuine passion for wine, with knowledge of English sparkling wine or the traditional method category.
  • With WSET Level 3 desirable, WSET Level 4 Diploma preferred.
  • Have a proven ability to win new business and manage accounts over the long term.
  • Have excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
  • Are self-motivated and comfortable working autonomously in a field-based role.
  • Have a familiarity with the English wine industry and its positioning against Champagne and other sparkling categories.
  • Have an existing on-trade network within London.

Right to work

Please note that we are unable to sponsor work visa applications.

To apply, applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. This realistically restricts our employment to UK Citizens or Residents, Irish Citizens, EU Citizens with settled or pre-settled status, and those with a Youth Mobility Scheme visa from certain countries. This list is neither definitive nor exhaustive and it will be up to applicants to prove they already have one of these visa types, or confirm they are undertaking a UK work visa application process in time to meet harvest employment periods.

Hours & Benefits

Hours: Primarily Mon-Fri, the role will be home-based ideally located in London

Benefits: Company pension scheme, 25 days paid holiday plus all Public Holidays, staff wine allowance and discounts.

How TO APPLY

Please send your CV and cover letter to Chris Unger at chris.unger@hattingleyvalley.co.uk

 
Or alternatively post to: Hattingley Valley Wines Ltd, Wield Yard, Lower Wield, Alresford, SO24 9RX

tel: +44(0)1256 389188

Meet the Team