Senior Manager Groups & Events Sales - German Speaking

Independent Recruiters; Wien; Vor Ort; EUR 49.000 - 53.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Accommodation rates at hotels globally

Discounts in F&B outlets

Annual company events

Zusammenfassung

Independent Recruiters is seeking a Groups & Events professional in Vienna fluent in German and English to drive sales for all group and event types, from meetings to weddings. You will coordinate events, lead meetings, and liaise with vendors to ensure flawless execution.

The role requires leadership, strong organizational skills, and a client-focused mindset to deliver exceptional experiences for corporate and private events.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in a similar role within lifestyle hospitality.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• German and English proficiency; additional languages are a plus.

Aufgaben

• Drive sales for all group and event types, including meetings, conferences, incentives, weddings, and special occasions.
• Develop and review tailored offers and contracts in both German and English, ensuring the highest standards of quality.
• Oversee the coordination of groups and events, lead pre- and post-event meetings, and ensure smooth event execution.
• Oversee the Sales manager and sales coordinator.
• Inspect banquet rooms, technical setups, and collaborate with external vendors to provide additional services and equipment.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, offering professional guidance and support throughout the entire event process.

Kenntnisse

German language

English language

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Sales experience

Hospitality experience

Tools

MS Office

OPERA

Jobbeschreibung

Are you a German speaker with a passion for creating unforgettable events? This Vienna hotel is looking for a driven Groups & Events professional with proven expertise in managing corporate meetings, conferences, weddings, and special occasions.

Step into a world where strength, grace, and tradition seamlessly blend to offer a truly exceptional experience. This royal hotel, exuding majestic charm, combines a rich history with modern elegance, setting the perfect stage for both business and leisure. With a range of versatile meeting spaces that can accommodate up to 425 guests, every event-whether a corporate gathering, a grand conference, or a sophisticated gala-will unfold flawlessly in a setting that radiates sophistication and timeless appeal.

Do you have experience within Groups & Events sales, speak German fluently and looking for a new opportunity in Vienna? Please get in touch!

Responsibilities

What will your role be?

• Drive sales for all group and event types, including meetings, conferences, incentives, weddings, and special occasions;
• Develop and review tailored offers and contracts in both German and English, ensuring the highest standards of quality;
• Oversee the coordination of groups and events, lead pre- and post-event meetings, and ensure smooth event execution;
• Oversee the Sales manager and sales coordinator;
• Inspect banquet rooms, technical setups, and collaborate with external vendors to provide additional services and equipment;
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, offering professional guidance and support throughout the entire event process.

Requirements

• Professional experience in a similar role, ideally within lifestyle hospitality, demonstrating your ability to impress with both professionalism and passion;
• An open, outgoing personality combined with leadership experience enables you to manage peak times with composure and resilience;
• Excellent command of both written and spoken German and English, with additional foreign languages being a valuable asset for international guests;
• Strong organizational and communication skills make you an indispensable team member, while a well-groomed appearance and excellent manners inspire both guests and colleagues;
• Proficiency in MS Office programs, with knowledge of OPERA being an added advantage.

The offer

• A salary based on experience between €49.000 and €53.000 with 14 annual payouts.
• Enjoy exclusive accommodation rates at hotels worldwide, along with attractive discounts in our F&B outlets;
• Participate in shared experiences at employee events, such as our annual summer party;
• Benefit from health-promoting measures and regular preventive medical check-ups;
• Take advantage of extensive training and development opportunities, as well as international career advancement with the world's largest hotel chain.