Wedding & Events Co-ordinator

De Vere; Wotton-under-Edge; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in Wotton-under-Edge is seeking a Wedding & Events Co-ordinator to transform guest enquiries into unforgettable experiences. This role involves conducting show rounds, planning events, and working closely with operational teams. Ideal candidates will have experience in a similar role, excellent communication skills, and a passion for weddings. The position offers a salary of £29,000 plus numerous benefits, including free meals and leisure club access.

Benefits

Quarterly Sales Bonus/Incentive

Free meals on duty

Complimentary use of Leisure Club facilities

Extra paid day off for your birthday

Annual complimentary 2-night stay with dinner

£50 colleague rates for overnight stays

28 days holiday (increasing to 33 days)

Flexible financial wellbeing platform

Employee Assistance Programme

Monthly colleague recognition programme

Team appreciation events

Company Life Assurance scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a 4-star hotel or events venue is ideal.
• Ability to build strong relationships with colleagues and guests.
• Demonstrated passion for delivering memorable guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Conduct captivating show rounds for weddings and events.
• Plan events from initial enquiry to the day of execution.
• Communicate guest requirements effectively to the operational team.

Skills

Experience in a similar position

Passionate about weddings and events

Excellent communication skills

IT software confidence

Tools

Opera software familiarity

Job description

Ready to create magical weddings and events that leave lasting memories?

Join us at De Vere Tortworth Court in this pivotal role that brings weddings and special events to life!

As a Wedding & Events Co-ordinator you will be at the heart of our hotel, turning initial enquiries into unforgettable experiences. Prepare to shine as you conduct captivating show rounds, showcasing our venue for weddings and events. From start to finish, you'll be involved in planning our guest’s events up to the day, effectively communicating their requirements to our operational team who will then run the event on the day.

This is a full-time role that involves working a variety of day shifts - with an earliest start time of 8am and a latest finish time of 8pm with some weekend working on a rota basis.

In return the role offers £29,000 per annum, plus excellent benefits including regular incentive opportunities, free meals, complimentary & discounted stays with De Vere and free use of our leisure club facilities to name just a few!

Your skills and experience:
• You will ideally have previous experience in a similar position, preferably within a 4-star quality hotel or events venue
• You are passionate about weddings and events and prepared to put your heart and soul in to delivering memorable experiences for our guests
• You forge strong working relationships and create genuine connections with colleagues and our valued guests through your excellent communication skills.
• You are confident using IT software - familiarity with Opera software would be beneficial but is not essential as training can be provided
• Most of all, you will share our values such as being graciously warm, demonstrating a genuine approach, anticipating guest needs and ensuring every detail is considered

The Pay & Benefits:

At De Vere we pay attention to the thoughtful details that inspire the loyalty of our permanent colleagues. That’s why we are proud to offer the following benefits for the role of Wedding & Events Co-ordinator.

• £29,000 per year plus a quarterly Sales Bonus/Incentive up to 10% of your salary
• Free meals on duty in our colleague dining facilities
• Stay in shape with complimentary use of the Leisure Club facilities saving you money on costly gym memberships
• We believe in celebrating your special moments too, which is why we offer an extra paid day off for your birthday, along with a £20 love to shop voucher.
• As a token of our gratitude for your loyalty, we'll treat you to an annual complimentary 2-night stay with dinner in a De Vere property of your choice, plus additional monetary rewards for reaching long service milestones
• Discover exclusive perks with our £50 colleague rates for overnight stays at De Vere properties, accompanied by a fantastic 50% discount on Food & Beverage.
• 28 days holiday each year (increasing annually up to 33 days)
• Venue closure over the Christmas period allowing you time off to enjoy the festive season
• Explore our Exclusively Yours Benefits portal, unlocking hundreds of discounts on retail, travel, and leisure activities.
• We are committed to your growth and offer excellent career progression opportunities, including access to our Apprenticeship programmes and study support.
• Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Programme, Hospitality Action, providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including free counselling.
• Experience the flexibility and convenience of Wagestream, our financial wellbeing platform, granting you instant access to your pay when you need it.
• We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our monthly colleague recognition programme, You Are De Vere, culminating in an exciting annual colleague recognition event.
• Join a supportive team that knows how to have fun with regular team appreciation events, including memorable Christmas and Summer parties.
• Gain peace of mind with our Company Life Assurance scheme, ensuring financial security for your loved ones.

De Vere Tortworth Court is a hotel that definitely has the WOW factor: a magnificent Grade II listed mansion house in South Gloucestershire, complete with sweeping drive entrance, Victorian arboretum and 30 acres of grounds making it a truly unique place to work. There are 201 bedrooms and suites, 14 meeting and event spaces including the Orangery, 2 Food & Beverage outlets, a seasonal outdoor Tipi and a Leisure Club & Spa offering treatments.

Your commute: we're just a short way from J14 of the M5 and commutable by car from both Bristol and Gloucester.

At De Vere, we warmly welcome everyone and foster a sense of belonging, where each person is valued and appreciated. Join our team and become part of a passionate group of individuals who genuinely care about the experiences we create for our guests and colleagues.