VIP and Events Executive

Belmond; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hospitality company in London is seeking a VIP and Events Executive to enhance brand engagement and manage events. This role involves developing relationships with KOLs, organizing events, and analyzing metrics. Ideal candidates have experience in PR or communications, event organization skills, and fluency in English. The position offers a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and generous benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salaries and incentive plans

Complimentary and preferred rate experiences at destinations

Private Medical Insurance

Group Personal Pension Plan

33 days' annual leave

Onsite gym facilities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a PR or Communications role promoting a global brand.
• Experience in interacting with talents and talent agencies.
• Experience in organizing events and managing VIP experiences.
• Demonstrable knowledge of cultural and industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare briefings and presentations for KOLs.
• Support the global events strategy through organization and logistics.
• Handle travel coordination for group KOL trips.
• Manage KOL platforms to analyze engagement metrics.

Skills

Experience in PR or Communications

Interaction with talents and talent agencies

Event organization

Knowledge of culture and digital trends

Polished presentation skills

Fluent in English

Job description

As VIP and Events Executive at our Global Office, you are part of a team that brings the legend of Belmond to life. Through a luxury mindset lens, you will increase brand awareness, appeal and cultural relevancy by supporting KOL initiatives and events. You will work closely with the Senior Manager, Global VIP & Events to deliver the global KOL/celebrity and events strategy.

If you're looking to develop your skills and be part of the future of luxury, this is your moment.

Primary Responsibilities Include

• VIP: Prepare briefings and presentations; build and manage target lists for KOL communities and events; and, maintain an internal database. You will develop relationships with KOLs and "Friends of Belmond". It is imperative that you stay informed on current trends in entertainment, culture and hospitality to leverage opportunities.
• Events: Support the global events strategy through organisation, logistics, event ideation, supplier research, and gifting. You will develop and monitor an annual calendar of events, including key global events and cultural moments.
• Admin & Logistics: Handle travel coordination for group KOL trips and senior team members; ensure invoices are properly processed and paid; and, provide ad-hoc administrative support to the team. You may be required to travel to assist the Senior Manager, Global VIP & Events in event implementation and attend industry events.
• Reporting and Insights: Manage KOL platforms and internal trackers to analyse 'share of voice; empower internal teams to optimise engagement; and, work with leadership to determine and monitor KPIs. You will track, capture and analyse KOL trips and global VIP event results to develop regular reports for internal and external stakeholders.

What you should know when applying...

• The role is generally able to benefit from our current hybrid working policy where team members can work remotely for up to two days per week.
• An early submission is encouraged as the form may close if a large volume of applications is received.
• Our offices are located at Wogan House, 99 Great Portland Street, London W1W 7NY. Wogan House is newly renovated office space under the management of a leading co-working space and property management company.
• Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK.

Requirements

What You Bring

• Previous experience in a PR or Communications role promoting a global brand either in-house or in an agency setting.
• Experience in interacting with talents and talent agencies.
• Experience in organising events and VIP or KOL experiences.
• A demonstrable knowledge of culture, digital and industry trends, along with competitor activities to inform strategy.
• Polished presentation and communication skills.
• Fluent in English with faultless grammar, punctuation and spelling.

Benefits

What We Offer

At Belmond, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture built on kindness, active listening, and genuine connections with our colleagues and guests. We offer a comprehensive range of compensation, perks and benefits including:

• Competitive salaries and incentive plans
• Complimentary and preferred rate experiences at our iconic destinations
• Private Medical Insurance and Dental Plans
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• 33 days' annual leave per year (inclusive of English Bank Holidays).
• Lifestyle and Employee Assistance Programs
• Onsite gym facilities

We strive to create an environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. With a commitment to your ongoing development, you'll have the opportunity to learn and grow alongside some of the most talented individuals in the industry. Join us and be part of creating unforgettable moments for our guests, communities and each other.

This is your moment. Apply today!

About Us

Belmond was born from a passion for connecting discerning travellers with the world's most remarkable properties, locations and journeys. From hotels and trains to river cruises and safaris, Belmond curates incomparable experiences and crafts unforgettable stories. With a legacy spanning over 45 years, since the acquisition of Hotel Cipriani in Venice in 1976, Belmond has grown into a global collection of 47 properties spread across 28 countries and territories. Exceptional destinations connected by legendary journeys are the very soul of Belmond, where the path that brings you to a place is as important as the destination itself. A pioneer of slow travel, Belmond has been operating the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express since 1982. The group later expanded to include pristine beach resorts, such as Maroma on the Riviera Maya, historic hideaways such as Villa San Michele in the Florentine foothills, urban icons, such as Copacabana Palace in Rio de Janeiro, and gateways to UNESCO world heritage sites, such as Hotel das Cataratas in Brazil's Iguassu National Park. As proud custodians of storied properties, Belmond is committed to building on the past to create a new legacy: the heritage of the future. Working with communities and local talents, together with the world's most respected chefs, designers and artists, Belmond continues its purpose of perpetuating the legendary art of travel. Since 2019, Belmond has been part of the world's leading luxury group, LVMH (Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton).

The Belmond & LVMH Family

The Belmond global collection of iconic hotels, trains, safaris and river cruises is proud to be part of LVMH, all creating exceptional experiences worldwide. When you join Belmond, you join a global family of history-rich hotels and breathtaking destinations, where our employees are at the heart of the Belmond experience.