Groups & Events Planning Lead — Luxury Hospitality

Meliá Hotels International; Greater London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global hotel company in London is seeking a Head of Groups & Events Planning to maximize revenue through effective event management. You will lead a team, ensuring operational excellence and high guest satisfaction. The ideal candidate has strong leadership and financial skills, with a minimum of 2 years in a management role. This position offers competitive salary, bonuses, and various benefits, including hotel discounts and health plans.

Benefits

Competitive salary

10% annual performance-related bonus

Hotel discounts for you and family

Life Assurance x3 Salary

Health cash plan & discounted dental & optical cover

Company pension scheme

29 days holiday including bank holidays

Meals on duty

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in a management/leadership role.
• Experience in a similar luxury hotel environment.
• High attention to detail with a proactive, analytical, and service-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Maximise hotel revenue through seamless planning and delivery of groups and events.
• Lead and develop the Conference and Events Coordinators in your team.
• Ensure every detail enhances guest satisfaction while driving financial performance.
• Monitor event delivery, resolve incidents, and implement improvements.

Skills

Strong leadership

Financial skills

Operational skills

Communication skills

Planning ability

Problem-solving skills

Job description

A leading global hotel company in London is seeking a Head of Groups & Events Planning to maximize revenue through effective event management. You will lead a team, ensuring operational excellence and high guest satisfaction. The ideal candidate has strong leadership and financial skills, with a minimum of 2 years in a management role. This position offers competitive salary, bonuses, and various benefits, including hotel discounts and health plans.