Events Coordinator

AccorHotel; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel chain is seeking an experienced Events Coordinator for their location in Abu Dhabi. The role involves close collaboration with clients to ensure their event needs are met, overseeing all aspects of event planning and execution. Candidates should have a diploma or degree in Event Management or Hospitality, with a minimum of 12 years of experience in luxury event settings. Exceptional communication skills and strong organizational abilities are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of experience in event planning or coordination.
• Experience handling weddings, corporate events, or high-profile gatherings.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with clients to understand event vision.
• Coordinate all aspects of event planning.
• Serve as main point of contact between clients and hotel departments.
• Prepare detailed event orders and floor plans.
• Assist with on-site event management.
• Support sales team with proposals and quotations.

Skills

Event planning

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Event Management or Hospitality

Job description

Responsibilities

• Work closely with clients to understand their event vision needs and expectations.
• Coordinate all aspects of event planning including timelines banquet setups AV requirements menus decor and logistics.
• Serve as the main point of contact between clients and internal hotel departments (Banquets Kitchen Housekeeping Front Office etc.)
• Prepare detailed event orders (BEOs) floor plans and function summaries.
• Assist with on-site event management to ensure smooth execution and exceptional guest experience.
• Support the sales team with event proposals quotations and follow-ups.

Qualifications

Your experience and skills include:

• Diploma or Bachelors degree in Event Management Hospitality or related field.
• Minimum 12 years of experience in event planning or coordination in a luxury hotel event venue or hospitality setting.
• Experience handling weddings corporate events or high-profile gatherings is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in both Bahasa Indonesia and English.
• Attention to detail and a creative mindset for crafting memorable guest experiences
• Strong organizational and time management abilities; able to manage multiple events simultaneously.
• Highly professional well-groomed and guest-focused

Additional Information

Events Coordinator for Mercure Abu Dhabi Downtown

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full-time