Assistant Conference & Events Operations Manager

De Vere Latimer Estate; Chesham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent hospitality venue in Chesham is seeking an Assistant Conference & Events Manager to ensure the successful planning and delivery of memorable events. You'll lead and support the events team, working closely with clients to maintain high standards. Ideal candidates will have a passion for the events industry, supervisory experience, and excellent interpersonal skills. This role offers the chance to thrive in a dynamic environment, crafting unique experiences for all guests.

Qualifications

• Experience in the conference and events industry.
• Proven supervisory skills in managing and engaging a team.
• Ability to connect with clients and colleagues genuinely.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and delivery of conferences and events.
• Lead and motivate the events team.
• Ensure high standards and attention to detail in every experience.

Skills

Passion for events industry

Supervisory experience

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Ready to help deliver exceptional conferences and events in a truly memorable setting?

De Vere Latimer Estate offers 27 versatile spaces for weddings, conferences, meetings, training and team-building events across three areas of the property. From our recently refurbished Waterhouse Suite, hosting up to 240 guests, to the more intimate rooms within The Mews and the historic Mansion House, no two events or days are ever quite the same.

As Assistant Conference & Events Manager, you'll play a key role within the management team, supporting the smooth planning and flawless delivery of events while ensuring every experience reflects our high standards and attention to detail. You'll work closely with clients and colleagues alike, helping to lead, motivate and support the events team to deliver consistently memorable moments.

Your skills and experience

• You have a genuine passion for and experience in the conference and events industry, prepared to put your heart and soul in to delivering memorable experiences for our guests
• You have supervisory experience and enjoy helping to manage, motivate and engage the events team
• Your interpersonal skills enable you to make genuine connections with clients, guests and colleagues
• Most of all, you will share our values such as being graciously warm, demonstrating a genuine approach, anticipating guest needs and ensuring every...