Events Planning Director

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Hospitality, Restaurants, Hotels

Events Planning Director

Share Tweet Location: Mayfair, London Duration: Permanent Salary: £55,000 to £60,000

One of Central London’s most iconic 5-star hotels, set in an incredibly beautiful property, has an amazing career opportunity for a talented Senior Meeting and Events Planning Director to lead their Events Planning team.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a Senior Events Manager or Events Director with in-depth experience of Events Planning to lead an amazing team in a unique property that is part of a prestigious, internationally recognized brand.

Role Scope

The property offers around 30 meeting rooms and 2 large conference and banqueting suites that host a variety of both small and large-scale events.

As the Meeting and Events Planning Director, you will oversee all Meeting and Event Operations and the successful delivery of all events, managing around 10 direct reports.

This is an all-encompassing role with end-to-end "hands-on" responsibility for planning and delivering a best-in-class meeting and events service for the hotel.

Responsibilities of the Meeting and Events Planning Director will include

1. Directing event management operations
2. Leading various event management teams, event planning, F&B catering
3. Managing budgets to ensure profitability
4. Participating in HR and recruitment activities
5. Ensuring exceptional customer service is delivered

Desirable Skills and Experience

1. Senior events planning manager and/or events director experience in a similar hotel
2. Experience in delivering both small and large-scale high-profile events
3. In-depth knowledge of all areas of event planning and delivery
4. Relevant degree from an accredited university in hotel and restaurant management, hospitality, or events (advantageous)
5. Strong team leadership and people management experience
6. In-depth knowledge of health, safety, and compliance in relation to M&E services

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