EVENT EXECUTIVE

Glasgow Marriott Hotel; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted stays at Marriott hotels

Free on-site parking

Meals on duty

Leisure Club access

Employee Assistance Programme

BenefitHub discounts

Comprehensive training and development

Global career progression

Job summary

The Glasgow Marriott Hotel is seeking a seasoned Meeting & Events Executive to manage enquiries from first contact through post-event follow-up, delivering superb service and driving revenue.

You will conduct site visits, coordinate menus, layouts and AV, build lasting client relationships, and identify opportunities to maximise space and revenue while ensuring events meet Marriott standards.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar hotel Meeting & Events role – essential
• Strong communication, sales and negotiation skills
• Previous experience of OPERA PMS / S&C, preferred
• Proven hotel experience
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail
• A confident, professional approach to client relationships
• Commercial awareness and the ability to identify opportunities to increase revenue
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and remain calm under pressure
• Confidence using Microsoft Office
• A proactive, solutions‑focused approach and genuine passion for hospitality

Responsibilities

• Manage and convert group and event enquiries from initial contact through to post-event follow-up
• Build strong relationships with new and returning clients, understanding their needs and exceeding expectations
• Conduct professional and engaging site visits and show rounds to maximise conversion
• Coordinate menus, room layouts/decor, AV requirements, timings and service standards
• Maintain accurate bookings and client information using hotel systems
• Work closely with operational teams to ensure events are delivered seamlessly
• Maximise revenue through effective upselling, cross‑selling and intelligent space management
• Lead pre‑event briefings and post‑event reviews, resolving any issues quickly and professionally
• Ensure all activity reflects Marriott’s global brand standards

Skills

Communication

Sales skills

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Tools

OPERA PMS / S&C

Microsoft Office

Job description

Create unforgettable events with one of the world’s most recognised hotel brands.

Are you an experienced hotel events professional who knows how to turn an enquiry into a confirmed booking — and a successful event into a returning client?

The Glasgow Marriott Hotel is looking for a Meeting & Events Executive to join our team. This is a hands‑on, client‑facing role where you’ll manage events from initial enquiry through to post-event follow‑up, combining exceptional customer service with a strong commercial focus.

Previous experience in a similar Hotel M&E Sales role is essential.

The Opportunity

You’ll be a key part of our Meetings & Events team, taking ownership of event and group booking enquiries and working closely with clients and operational teams to bring each event to life.

From conducting an engaging site visit and creating the perfect event proposal, to coordinating menus, room layouts and AV requirements, you’ll make sure every detail is right. You’ll also identify opportunities to upsell, maximise space and revenue, and build relationships that turn first‑time clients into repeat business.

No two events are the same, so you’ll need to be organised, commercially aware and confident managing multiple priorities while maintaining the high standards expected from Marriott.

What You’ll Do

• Manage and convert group and event enquiries from initial contact through to post-event follow-up
• Build strong relationships with new and returning clients, understanding their needs and exceeding expectations
• Conduct professional and engaging site visits and show rounds to maximise conversion
• Coordinate menus, room layouts/decor, AV requirements, timings and service standards
• Maintain accurate bookings and client information using hotel systems
• Work closely with operational teams to ensure events are delivered seamlessly
• Maximise revenue through effective upselling, cross‑selling and intelligent space management
• Lead pre‑event briefings and post‑event reviews, resolving any issues quickly and professionally
• Ensure all activity reflects Marriott’s global brand standards

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who already understands the pace and expectations of hotel events and can confidently manage clients, details and commercial opportunities.

You’ll bring:

• Previous experience in a similar hotel Meeting & Events role – essential
• Strong communication, sales and negotiation skills
• Previous experience of OPERA PMS / S&C, preferred
• Proven hotel experience
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail
• A confident, professional approach to client relationships
• Commercial awareness and the ability to identify opportunities to increase revenue
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and remain calm under pressure
• Confidence using Microsoft Office
• A proactive, solutions‑focused approach and genuine passion for hospitality

What’s In It For You?

Joining the Glasgow Marriott means becoming part of the world’s largest global hospitality family with opportunities to develop your career both locally and internationally.

You’ll enjoy:

• Competitive salary with potential performance‑related bonus
• Discounted stays at 10,000+ Marriott hotels worldwide
• Free on‑site parking
• Meals on duty
• Free use of our Leisure Club facilities
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
• Colleague perks and discounts through BenefitHub
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities
• Global career progression within Marriott

Your Next Move

At the Glasgow Marriott Hotel, we believe great events start with great people. You’ll join a supportive team where your experience is valued, your ideas are welcomed and there are genuine opportunities to grow your career with one of the world’s leading hospitality brands. If you have proven hotel Meeting & Events experience, a strong commercial instinct and a passion for delivering exceptional client experiences, we’d love to hear from you.

Join Marriott. Create memorable experiences. Build your career.