Event Planning Executive

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Canberra; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary accommodation

Discounted accommodation

Shift meals

Gym discounts

Training & development

Above award wages

Employee assistance program

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Hyatt Hotels Corporation is seeking an Event Planning Executive to support the efficient running of the events department in line with corporate strategies and brand standards. You will specialize in events, focusing on relationship building, account management and event management.

The role requires strong sales capability, banquet knowledge and hospitality passion, with excellent communication and organizational skills to deliver outstanding guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience in sales (extremely advantageous).
• Good understanding of selling techniques and banquet knowledge.
• Passion for the hospitality industry and eagerness to learn.
• Good administrative, time-management, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, sales and customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Handling group movement in the hotel with attentive care.
• Ensuring a well‑executed event that exceeds customers' expectations.
• Communicating effectively and working closely with all concerned operational departments in the hotel.
• Conducting event space site inspections, outlining the unique selling points to the client.
• Understanding client needs and providing a suitable proposal.
• Handling guest and employee enquiries in a courteous and efficient manner.

Skills

Sales experience

Banquet knowledge

Hospitality

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Job description

What you can expect

• Complimentary and discounted accommodation at Hyatt properties worldwide
• Access to complimentary shift meals and discounts for the hotel gym facilities and all Food and Beverage outlets. Training and development opportunities with over 2000 online learning modules.
• Above award wages
• Employee assistance program access
• Part of a diverse and inclusive team, passionate about their work

About the Role

You will be responsible for assisting with the efficient running of the department in line with Hyatt International's Corporate Strategies and brand standards, while meeting employee, guest and owner expectations. The Event Planning Executive is responsible for acting as a specialist in events, covering relationship building, account management and event management.

Responsibilities

• Handling group movement in the hotel with attentive care
• Ensuring a well‑executed event that exceeds customers' expectations
• Communicating effectively and working closely with all concerned operational departments in the hotel
• Conducting event space site inspections, outlining the unique selling points to the client
• Understanding client needs and providing a suitable proposal
• Handling guest and employee enquiries in a courteous and efficient manner

Qualifications

• Experience in sales (extremely advantageous)
• Good understanding of selling techniques and banquet knowledge
• Passion for the hospitality industry and eagerness to learn
• Good administrative, time‑management, organisational and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication, sales and customer service skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and meet deadlines

To apply, please visit www.hyatt.jobs