Director of Events

Dorchester Collection; Dubai; On-site; AED 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Family benefits

Free stays incl breakfast

50% dining discount

Meals on duty

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Flight allowance

Education support

Laundry service

Bonus plan

Job summary

Dorchester Collection Dubai seeks a Director of Events to lead the hotels' events strategy, drive revenue and nurture a high‑performance team delivering luxury service.

You will collaborate with Revenue, F&B, Finance and Front Office to build and execute an annual Sales budget while upholding We Care values and the brand’s legendary guest experience.

A track record in managing events for premium brands and a passion for mentorship are essential.

Qualifications

• Relevant university diploma and extensive experience in events for a luxury group in the Middle East.
• Strong knowledge of hotel systems, including Opera and Power BI.
• Proven leadership of events sales teams to meet financial and marketing objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the events sales department to meet financial, business, and marketing goals set by senior leadership.
• Oversee the events sales department and coordinate with Revenue, F&B, Finance and Front Office.
• Develop and execute an annual Sales budget in collaboration with other departments.
• Mentor and develop talents within the events team.
• Communicate strategic vision and goals clearly to the team for improved performance.
• Provide regular data to Executive Committee for planning and forecasts.
• Coordinate with external vendors and manage supplier relationships for events.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and permits for events.
• Oversee Groups & Events budgeting, invoicing, and contract administration.
• Maintain high service standards while coordinating multiple events simultaneously.

Skills

Leadership

Events sales

Budgeting

Vendor coordination

RFP management

Power BI

Opera

Stakeholder management

Arabic helpful

Education

Relevant university diploma

Tools

Opera PMS

Power BI

Job description

We are not just a collection of hotels, but instead a talented community. A family with a shared passion and commitment to, unapologetically, love and breathe who we are every day. An eclectic grouping who really care about each other and our guests; where belonging transcends all else. We do this with a backdrop of extraordinary hotels, steeped in history, glamour and stories, which provide the perfect stage for our people - our Legends - to live our vision -Treasured by Guests, Cherished by Employees, Celebrated Worldwide.

Diversity and Inclusion at Dorchester Collection are core beliefs of our We Care philosophy. The basis of We Care is to create an environment where all of our employees feel valued and respected, allowing positive engagement to prosper. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusivity is part of our DNA, reflected by our core values of Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together and Creativity. When submitting your application, please let us know if you require any special accommodations during the interview process.

We care about your career and are known for having the absolute best people in the industry. When you join us as a Director ofEvents you start a unique opportunity to become celebrated as the very best in your field. You'll learn not only from your fellow Legends, but also through our award-winning learning academy, so that you can achieve the highest standards of craft, service, and leadership and become a legend in your own story.

What you'll get

As a Director ofEvents at The Lana, Dorchester Collection Dubai here are just some of the great benefits you will receive:

• Competitive Salary Package
• Family Benefits
• Complimentary stays with breakfast included in our sister Dorchester Collection hotels.
• 50% off at bars and restaurants within all of our sister Dorchester Collection hotels
• Meals on Duty
• Private Medical Insurance for self and the family
• Life Insurance for self
• Annual Flight Allowance for self and the dependents
• Education Support Allowance for children
• Business attire laundry complimentary by the Company
• Participation in the Company Bonus Plan

What you'll do

You'll love what you do and take pride in delighting our guests:

• In your leadership role, you will be responsible for ensuring that the events sales department achieves the hotels’ financial, business, and marketing objectives, set by the Director of Sales & Marketing.
• You’ll also be responsible for maintaining direct oversight over theevents sales department.
• You will work closely with Revenue Management, Food & Beverage, Finance and the Front Office departments of the hotel to develop and execute an annual Sales budget.
• You will have a passion for looking for the best talent and develop their careers.
• You will ensure that the events team members understand their roles and will clearly communicate them the strategic vision and objectives on how to drive sales and improve performances.
• As a member of the Hotel’s senior management team, you will be responsible for providing the Executive Committee with regular data for the strategic sales plan, monthly reports, annual goals, sales and marketing budget, forecasts and other reports as directed/required.
• It will be critical for you to consider every situation as a commercial and marketing opportunity to showcase the Hotel products and services.
• You are adept at vendor coordination, confidently managing multiple external suppliers and service providers for group and event operations.
• Youwill oversee the financial and contractual aspects of Groups & Events, from budgeting and revenue management to invoicing and contract administration.
• You will be knowledgeable in obtaining and coordinating regulatory requirements, including DET and CID permits, ensuring every event complies with local regulations and event-specific requirements.
• As a highly organised project manager, you will coordinate multiple events simultaneously while maintaining high service standards.
• Our values of Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together and Creativity guide us each and every day. As a Director of Events, you’ll have the opportunity to bring these to life and continue to create our legacy.

The items shared are the essence of a day in the life of a Director ofEvents, but we’ll make sure you are provided with specifics on how we care for our hotel.

What you'll bring

• You’ll bring your unique personality and passion to the role and the team.
• You will take ownership of the eventsfunctions.
• You will manage theevents team ensuring that all areas adhere to Dorchester Collection values and enabling the hotel to achieve the highest levels of standards and service.
• You will have passion for new trends and relate this to practical business application and be skilled in analysing financial statements and market data.
• As a detail orientated and hands‑on Team Player with strong interpersonal skills, you will thrive on mentoring high potential team members to achieve better results and celebrate success within the team.
• Communication is what keeps our departments running perfectly. You have great communication skills with a strong customer service ethic.
• English is the primary language used in our hotel. You can comfortably communicate in this language, and any others would be a great asset especially Arabic.
• Event management and RFP platforms are your everyday tools, and you have proven experience managing enquiries, proposals and event workflows.
• You will have strong knowledge of hotel systems and digital tools, including Opera, Power BI and other event and reporting software.
• You will have a relevant university diploma and bring a wealth of past experience working in Events for a luxury group in the Middle East.

Job Location

United Arab Emirates

Location

Dubai

Our Hotels

We work with some of the most talented and unique individuals in our business, who always ensure the extraordinary guest experience of Dorchester Collection and the hotels within it. It is, after all, our people that bring our vision to life. As a member of our Dorchester Collection Family, we will support your development by nurturing your personality, creating a transparent culture of trust collaboration and appreciation. Supported by our annual personal development planning, tailored learning opportunities and our Academy programs you will be a part of creating a bespoke experience.

Treasured by guests. Cherished by employees. Celebrated worldwide.

Diversity and Inclusion at Dorchester Collection are core beliefs of our We Care philosophy. The basis of We Care is to create an environment where all of our employees feel valued and respected, allowing positive engagement to prosper. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusivity is part of our DNA, reflected by our core values of Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together and Creativity.

If you need us to do anything to support you during the recruitment process, such as adjustments to how you apply, alternative formats of information, or adjustments to the assessment process itself, please email [e-mail] so that we can discuss how we can support you through the process. Please note that we will not be able to respond to individual enquiries about update

Reference

2026-6563

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