Senior Events Manager

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; St Andrews; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Golf course access

Colleague discounts

Staff shuttle St Andrews

Staff canteen

Dining discounts 50%

Spa discounts

Vivup benefits

Leisure facilities access

Social events

Shops discounts

Job summary

Fairmont St Andrews is seeking a Senior Events Manager to lead and deliver high-profile events at our iconic 5‑star luxury resort. Reporting to the Director of Events, you will guide the Events team, manage complex client portfolios, and ensure flawless execution from handover to billing.

You will build strong client relationships, oversee planning with Sales and Operations, and drive revenue and efficiency across events.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in event management within a luxury hotel, resort or premium venue.
• Previous experience leading, mentoring or supporting an Events team.
• Experience managing high-value, complex or large-scale events.

Responsibilities

• Act as a senior point of contact for the team, providing guidance, support and direction where required.
• Manage a portfolio of key, high-value and complex events from handover through to execution.
• Oversee the smooth handover of confirmed business from Sales to Event Planning.
• Build trusted relationships with key clients and meeting planners, acting as an expert partner throughout the planning process.
• Support, coach and develop the team, helping to maintain consistently high standards.
• Review event documentation, BEOs, resumes and operational details to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Work closely with operational departments to ensure all events are delivered seamlessly.
• Provide leadership and support during major events, conferences and peak periods.
• Monitor contracts, deposits, room blocks, billing, attrition and final accounts.
• Apply effective revenue and yield management to maximise profitability across the events business.
• Support departmental forecasting, budgeting and revenue reporting.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, client experience and departmental efficiency.
• Deputise for the Director of Events during periods of absence and support wider departmental projects and priorities.

Skills

Event management

Team leadership

Budget management

Job description

Company Description

Fairmont St Andrews is one of Scotland’s most iconic 5-star luxury resorts, set in the world-famous Home of Golf.

Company Description

Fairmont St Andrews is one of Scotland’s most iconic 5-star luxury resorts, set in the world-famous Home of Golf. Our 213‑bedroom resort features two championship golf courses, an award‑winning spa and leisure facility, and a collection of exceptional dining venues, including our AA Rosette restaurant, St Andrews Clubhouse & Grill, showcasing the finest Scottish steak and seafood. Located just outside St Andrews, with easy access from Leuchars Railway Station and Dundee, Fairmont St Andrews offers a truly world‑class guest experience in an unforgettable setting.

Job Description

At Fairmont St Andrews, we create unforgettable moments in an iconic coastal setting. From world‑class corporate events and conferences to celebrations and exceptional guest experiences, everything we do is defined by attention to detail, thoughtful service and genuine hospitality. We are now looking for an experienced Senior Events Manager to join our talented Events team and play a key leadership role within our luxury five‑star resort. Reporting to the Director of Events, the Senior Events Manager will act as a key second‑in‑command within the department, supporting the leadership of the Events team while overseeing the planning and delivery of high‑profile and complex events.

A little more about what you will be doing:

• Act as a senior point of contact for the team, providing guidance, support and direction where required
• Manage a portfolio of key, high‑value and complex events from handover through to execution
• Oversee the smooth handover of confirmed business from Sales to Event Planning
• Build trusted relationships with key clients and meeting planners, acting as an expert partner throughout the planning process
• Support, coach and develop the team, helping to maintain consistently high standards
• Review event documentation, BEOs, resumes and operational details to ensure accuracy and quality
• Work closely with operational departments to ensure all events are delivered seamlessly
• Provide leadership and support during major events, conferences and peak periods
• Monitor contracts, deposits, room blocks, billing, attrition and final accounts
• Apply effective revenue and yield management to maximise profitability across the events business
• Support departmental forecasting, budgeting and revenue reporting
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, client experience and departmental efficiency
• Deputise for the Director of Events during periods of absence and support wider departmental projects and priorities

Qualifications

We are looking for someone with:

• Strong experience in event management within a luxury hotel, resort or premium venue
• Previous experience leading, mentoring or supporting an Events team
• Experience managing high‑value, complex or large‑scale events

What is in it for you:

• Competitive Salary
• Complimentary access to our Championship Golf Courses
• Discounted colleague rates for Accor Hotels world wide
• Staff Shuttle Service to/from St Andrews
• Complimentary Staff Canteen
• 50% off dining in all of our Food & Beverage Outlets
• Fantastic colleague discounts for Spa Treatments and Spa Retail Products
• Access to Vivup - a comprehensive employee benefits platform
• Complimentary access to our Leisure facilities including our Gym and Pool services
• Regular Social Events including a complimentary Christmas Ball and Summer BBQ
• Colleague discounts in our Retail Shops