Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $90,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Performance bonus
Job Description
The Senior Events Manager role is a prestigious and vital position within a luxury or full-service hotel setting. The hotel is committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences through flawless event execution, whether it's corporate meetings, grand weddings, conferences, banquets, or social gatherings. This position offers a competitive salary range of $90,000, reflecting the level of expertise and leadership required. The Senior Events Manager is responsible for overseeing the entire event lifecycle, from the initial client inquiry and site inspection to the successful delivery and post-event follow-up. This role involves close collaboration with multiple hotel departments such as Food and Beverage,... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, event planning, or related field
- Minimum 5-7 years of experience in event planning, preferably in a luxury or full-service hotel environment
- Proven leadership experience managing a team
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Must be available on-site during major functions
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during event setup and execution
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, event planning, or related field
- Minimum 5-7 years of experience in event planning, preferably in a luxury or full-service hotel environment
- Proven leadership experience managing a team
- Strong organizational and time management skills with keen attention to detail
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Proficiency in event management software such as Delphi, Opera Sales & Catering, and Social Tables
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Job Duties
- Serve as the primary point of contact for key clients, from initial inquiry to post-event follow-up
- Conduct site inspections, proposals, and negotiations in line with hotel standards
- Develop strong relationships with repeat and VIP clients to encourage loyalty
- Manage all phases of event planning including budgeting, timelines, vendor coordination, setup, and execution
- Liaise with internal departments such as food and beverage, front office, housekeeping, and audio-visual to ensure seamless service delivery
- Oversee event setup and breakdown to ensure adherence to brand and service standards
- Lead, train, and mentor junior event coordinators and staff
- Delegate responsibilities and ensure the team delivers to client expectations
- Conduct regular performance reviews and assist with staffing decisions
- Prepare event budgets, forecasts, and post-event financial analysis
- Maximize event revenue by upselling services and optimizing space utilization
- Ensure proper billing and contract adherence for all events
- Collaborate with sales and marketing to develop strategies to increase event bookings
- Identify market trends, competitor offerings, and customer feedback to refine services
- Contribute to marketing campaigns and promotional initiatives for events
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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