Meetings & Events Executive

Oyster Recruitment Limited; Windsor; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned luxury hotel in Windsor is seeking a skilled Meeting and Events Executive to join their dynamic team. This role offers a chance to create unforgettable events while enjoying a work-life balance with Monday to Friday shifts and no weekends. The ideal candidate will have expertise in event sales and planning, strong communication skills, and the ability to build client relationships. Company benefits include a performance-based bonus scheme, complimentary meals, and clear pathways for progression.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus scheme

Complimentary meals while on duty

Free access to Leisure Club and gym

Clear pathways for progression

Festive break with Christmas closure

Benefits portal with discounts

Qualifications

• Expertise in event sales, planning, and coordination.
• Exceptional communication abilities.
• Proficient in IT software, familiarity with Opera is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for key accounts and turning enquiries into successful bookings.
• Build strong relationships with clients to understand their needs.
• Collaborate with the events planning team for seamless delivery.

Skills

Communication

Organisational Skills

Client Relationship Management

Proactive Anticipation

Tools

Opera Software

Job description

Meeting and Events Executive

Seeking a Work-Life Balance with Monday to Friday Shifts – No Weekends!

If you're passionate about creating unforgettable events and thrive in a supportive, team-oriented environment, our client, a renowned luxury hotel in Windsor has the perfect opportunity for you!

They are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Meeting and Events Executive to join their dynamic team, where you’ll use your exceptional organisational skills to deliver memorable experiences.

You must have your own transport to travel to the property.

Company Benefits:

• Performance-based bonus scheme with the opportunity to earn up to 10% of your salary
• Complimentary meals while on duty
• Free access to the Leisure Club and gym facilities
• Clear pathways for progression, including apprenticeships and study support
• Festive break guaranteed with Christmas closure
• Benefits portal offering retail, travel and lifestyle discounts

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for key accounts where you will work as part of the team behind turning email enquiries into successful corporate meeting and events
• Build strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs to convert leads into confirmed bookings
• Collaborate closely with the events planning team to ensure seamless handovers and delivery of events

What They’re Looking For:

• Ideal for candidates with expertise in event sales, planning and coordination
• Exceptional communication abilities and with the ability in building strong working relationships
• Proficient in IT software; familiarity with Opera software is advantageous, though training can be provided
• Demonstrates a genuine approach, proactively anticipating guest needs.

Are you a Meeting and Events Executive looking to take your career to new heights and make an impact in the world of luxury hospitality, we want to hear from you!