Events Manager

Platinum-Recruitment; Pembroke; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gratuities included (approx. £4,000/yr

40-hour week, five days

Staff and friends-and-family rates

Meals on duty

Pension

Profit-sharing scheme

Job summary

Platinum-Recruitment is helping a prestigious luxury hotel in Pembrokeshire recruit an experienced Events Manager to lead weddings, private dining and exclusive functions.

You will oversee planning, coordinate with kitchen and service teams, conduct client meetings and ensure flawless delivery, with a focus on high-end guest experiences and meticulous attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Events Manager or in a comparable senior role.
• Proven experience in a high-end 5-star hotel or luxury hospitality environment.
• Demonstrable wedding management experience is essential.
• Excellent organisation, communication and client-facing skills.
• A hands-on approach, keen eye for detail and confidence under pressure.
• Flexibility for evening and weekend work when required.
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own transport, due to the rural location.
• The right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the planning and operational delivery of weddings, private dining, celebrations and exclusive functions, ensuring every occasion runs seamlessly.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, coordinating requirements, final arrangements, timings and individual preferences.
• Conduct client meetings, venue showrounds and detailed planning discussions to create personalised experiences.
• Prepare and communicate detailed function sheets, running orders, seating plans and operational requirements to relevant departments.
• Coordinate with kitchen, food and beverage, housekeeping and front-of-house teams to ensure all arrangements are delivered as agreed.
• Oversee room setups, guest arrivals, service timings and the smooth running of each function, maintaining exceptional standards throughout.
• Liaise with external suppliers, including florists, entertainment providers and other contractors, to ensure everything comes together on the day.
• Lead and brief operational teams, confidently resolving last-minute changes and guest requests while maintaining a calm, professional approach.

Job description

Events Manager (49240 INDF&B) Pembrokeshire, Wales

Salary: GBP40000 - GBP40000 per annum

Events Manager – Luxury Hotel in Pembrokeshire

Events Manager – Join an award-winning luxury hotel in Pembrokeshire, creating unforgettable celebrations with a package worth up to £44,000.

Are you an experienced professional who loves delivering exceptional hospitality and making special occasions truly memorable?

We are recruiting for a prestigious 5 AA Red Star country house hotel in Pembrokeshire. You'll take ownership of beautifully planned weddings, private functions and bespoke events, working with an award-winning team in a stunning countryside setting.

This opportunity suits a confident professional with proven high-end, 5-star hotel or luxury experience who wants to develop their career and make a real difference to every guest.

Why apply for this Events Manager role?

You'll enjoy the rewards of a leading luxury hotel, with the support and autonomy to create outstanding experiences.

Package up to £44,000, including gratuities and performance-related bonus

Gratuities currently averaging approximately £4,000 per year

40 hours over a five-day working week

Discretionary annual profit-share scheme

Long-service holiday benefits and employee milestone recognition

30% food and beverage discount at selected sister properties

Staff and friends-and-family room rates, plus preferred rates at selected luxury hotel collections

Meals on duty and workplace pension

Employee Assistance Programme through Hospitality Action

A supportive, experienced team in beautiful countryside surroundings

Key Responsibilities

Take ownership of the planning and operational delivery of weddings, private dining, celebrations and exclusive functions, ensuring every occasion runs seamlessly.

Act as the main point of contact for clients, coordinating requirements, final arrangements, timings and individual preferences.

Conduct client meetings, venue showrounds and detailed planning discussions to create personalised experiences.

Prepare and communicate detailed function sheets, running orders, seating plans and operational requirements to relevant departments.

Coordinate with kitchen, food and beverage, housekeeping and front-of-house teams to ensure all arrangements are delivered as agreed.

Oversee room setups, guest arrivals, service timings and the smooth running of each function, maintaining exceptional standards throughout.

Liaise with external suppliers, including florists, entertainment providers and other contractors, to ensure everything comes together on the day.

Lead and brief operational teams, confidently resolving last-minute changes and guest requests while maintaining a calm, professional approach.

What we're looking for

Previous experience as an Events Manager or in a comparable senior role.

Proven experience in a high-end 5-star hotel or luxury hospitality environment.

Demonstrable wedding management experience is essential.

Excellent organisation, communication and client-facing skills.

A hands‑on approach, keen eye for detail and confidence under pressure.

Flexibility for evening and weekend work when required.

A full UK driving licence and access to your own transport, due to the rural location.

The right to work in the UK.

Looking for a rewarding next step in Pembrokeshire? Bring your expertise to a leading hotel, help guests celebrate life's important moments and build your career in luxury hospitality.