Hybrid Banquet & Events Lead - Client-Focused Planner

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 8,200 - 12,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive salary with incentives

Access to a variety of events

Professional development

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Banquet & Events Coordinator to manage planning and execution of events at Randburg venues. This role blends administrative planning with client-facing duties to ensure seamless experiences.

The coordinator will liaise with clients, coordinate with internal departments, and oversee event details from inquiry to completion, with a dynamic hybrid work setup including on-site venue management and remote planning.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in event coordination or banquet management.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with great attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a client-centric approach.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to event inquiries with information on venue spaces and catering options.
• Prepare customized event proposals, contracts, and floor plans.
• Coordinate with F&B, AV, and other departments to fulfill event requirements.
• Serve as the main point of contact for clients before and during events.
• Oversee event setups to align with client expectations and venue standards.
• Manage timelines and assist with on-site troubleshooting for a seamless guest experience.

Skills

Event coordination

Organizational skills

Communication

Client service

Tools

MS Office

Event management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Banquet & Events Coordinator to manage planning and execution of events at Randburg venues. This role blends administrative planning with client-facing duties to ensure seamless experiences.

The coordinator will liaise with clients, coordinate with internal departments, and oversee event details from inquiry to completion, with a dynamic hybrid work setup including on-site venue management and remote planning.