Meeting and Events Coordinator

Aimbridge; North East, Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job description

Who are we?

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA are a division of the global Aimbridge Hospitality brand. We’re passionate about connecting great people to great experiences in exciting destinations, working with brands such as Hilton, IHG, Accor, Marriott and everything in between. From the rich diversity of our people and locations to our “people first” approach to business, the Aimbridge experience is like no other.

What is in it for you?

As part of the Aimbridge team, you will have access to industry leading benefits that include:

• Industry leading training and leadership development opportunities
• Hotel discounts portfolio wide – Staff rates and up to 50% discount on food & beverage and spa
• Wagestream – Stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing.
• 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme
• Volunteer days – Up to two days per year to support a charity of your choice.
• Free staff parking
• Staff meals on duty
• Hotel and Departmental Incentive programmes.

A day in the life of…

As a Meetings and Sales Coordinator, your role will be to manage events and respond to sales leads resulting in revenue growth within the business and to support the delivery of the commercial strategy. Working with the front of house teams in driving engagement and delivering successful events.

Based in the Crowne Plaza Newcastle, you will be part of a team of passionate people who know that being the best doesn’t always mean working around the clock.

What do we need from you?

To be successful in this role, you will be passionate about providing an exceptional guest experience and living through our brand standards.

Key responsibilities:

• Respond to sales enquiries.
• Co-ordinate meetings and events.
• Manage billing and payments.
• Build excellent customer relationships.
• Conduct customer site visits.
• Chase sales leads.

To be successful in this role, you will be passionate about providing an exceptional guest experience and living through our brand standards. At Crowne Plaza Newcastle we look for personality over experience, so it goes without saying that you will have bags of personality and a real flair for hospitality.

We are looking for a candidate with either experience within the hospitality industry or a graduate looking to gain experience in the hospitality industry.

At Aimbridge, we recognise that people are the heart of our business. As a Global leader, we are committed to representing our global community and offering everyone ‘A Place to Grow’.

So, click apply today, we’d love to welcome you to our inclusive team shaping the future of hospitality.