Events and Groups Planning Manager

Job description
Join the UK’s most dynamic collection of hotels and restaurants

At Edwardian Hotels London, it’s the people who create unforgettable memories for our guests. We are always looking for hospitality professionals to join our family and bring new ideas to how we can provide the best possible experience. Professionals who understand and believe in our values: having Integrity, being Ambitious, and always Quality-Driven. Talented individuals who want to work alongside likeminded passionate people in a rewarding, fulfilling, and fun environment. We know that your unique talents and ambitions not only have the ability to exceed our guests’ exacting standards, but also propel your own career potential in a company that recognises and rewards.

At Edwardian Hotels London we are committed to being the best place to work, so much so that we have officially been recognised as a Great Place to Work. Our commitment to the wellbeing and development of our people is at the forefront of our culture.

We are currently recruiting for an Events and Groups Planning Manager to join the Events and Groups Team at The May Fair hotel.

Overview:

· The role of Groups and Events Planning Manager involves managing and delivering the final details for our client events at The May Fair Hotel.

· You will be responsible for maintaining effective and appropriate relationship with our clients throughout the planning process, coordinating planning site inspections and menu tastings where appropriate. You will be the first point of contact for the client regarding their event.

· As the Groups and Events Planning Manager you will be responsible for meeting and greeting all key clients upon arrival for their event, checking that their expectations have been met and checking that everything has been delivered as expected.

· You will attend weekly events meeting with F&B and the Operations teams to discuss events for the week ahead

About You:

· You will have an In depth knowledge of Groups and Events Planning within a multi-million-pound meetings and events revenue generating 4 or 5 Star hotel operation.

· Proven organizational skills, works well on your own. Able to set and meet deadlines with quality results.

· Proficient in IT applications including Opera, Delphi, and Salesforce.

· Excellent Sales and Negotiation skills.

· Confident and have the ability to establish rapport effectively.

· Good command of English Language both verbally and written.

Our Benefits Package

· Competitive salary

· 28 days Holiday per annum including Bank Holidays increasing with long service

· Complimentary hot meals, salad bar and unlimited beverages provided daily

· Recommend a Friend Scheme of up to £500 per friend recommended.

· Annual complimentary night stays within our hotels

· Preferential accommodation rates for all Edwardian Hotels for Hosts, their family and their friends

· Access to a discount platform for all of the most popular stores and outlets

· Auto enrolment into our company pension scheme

· Regular social events across all hotels

· Annual company recognition events held in January each year

· Wellbeing champions across all of our hotels

· Access to our company doctor for medical appointments and occupational health support

· Access for all hosts to our online learning platform Edwardian Academy

· Opportunities for promotion and a wide range of training programs to support your development

Eligibility

· In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1++6, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.