Assistant Head Of Events - Planning

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading lifestyle hotel in London seeks a Senior Event Planner to oversee and coordinate events, ensuring exceptional guest experiences. This role requires proven experience and strong leadership skills within the hospitality industry. Enjoy comprehensive employee benefits including discounts, training programs, and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Free meals on duty

6 complimentary nights a year at any Lore Group hotel

50% employee discount at partner hotels

50% discount in Lore Group restaurants and bars

Life Assurance

Length of service incentives

Bespoke training programmes

Quarterly employee award ceremony

2 days paid volunteering leave per year

Health Contribution - Cash Plan

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior events planning or coordination, ideally in hotels.
• A calm and solutions-focused mindset, even under pressure.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the event planning process across both properties.
• Ensure all event details are executed flawlessly.
• Develop and mentor a high-performing planning team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Creativity

Problem-Solving

Education

Experience in senior events planning or coordination

Job description

Job Description

A lifestyle Hotel based on Londons eccentric South Bank. With 354 bedrooms, award-winning food and drink outlets and an electric energy, Sea Containers London is a destination where glamour meets brutalism and it's your London anchor on the River Thames.

About the Role:
In this exciting dual-property role, you'll be responsible for overseeing the planning and coordination of all events, from corporate conferences and brand activations to unforgettable weddings and private celebrations. Working closely with our Sales, F&B, and Operational teams, you'll ensure seamless delivery and exceptional guest experiences every time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the event planning process across both properties

• Be the key contact for clients post-confirmation through to post-event follow-up

• Liaise with internal departments to ensure all event details are executed flawlessly

• Develop and mentor a high-performing planning team

• Collaborate with Sales to enhance the client journey and maximise revenue opportunities

• Maintain the highest standards of guest satisfaction and event execution

What Were Looking For:

• Proven experience in a senior events planning or coordination role, ideally within hotels or lifestyle venues

• Strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills

• A calm and solutions-focused mindset, even under pressure

• Passion for hospitality, creativity, and delivering standout experiences

• A collaborative spirit and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deadlines

Salary: Competitive

At Sea Containers London we are committed to giving our employees the skills and support required to deliver extraordinary experiences, and most importantly, to grow in their careers. On top of this we also like to offer our teams a wide range of benefits including:

• Guest experience including dinner and drinks

• 6 complimentary nights a year at any Lore Group hotel

• Lore Group Employee & Immediate Family Rates

• Lore Group Friend and Family Rates

• 50% Employee discount and 25% Friends and Family discount at over 800 partner hotels via Lore Discovery

• 50% discount in Lore Group restaurants and bars

• Discounts in our spa and cinema

• Contribution towards Health - Cash Plan

• 2 days paid volunteering leave per year

• Life Assurance

• Length of service incentives (additional holiday)

• Bespoke training programmes

• Free meals on duty

• Incentives such as Ride-to-Work and season ticket loan

• Quarterly employee award ceremony and company staff parties

• Employee assistance programme

Location: London

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