Assistant Director of Event Planning - Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur

Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur is seeking an Assistant Director of Event Planning to lead the Events Planning team in delivering exceptional experiences that reflect the hotel's understated luxury and personalized service.

Reporting to the Director of Sales & Marketing, you will oversee Catering Sales and Convention Services, drive operational excellence, and collaborate with internal teams and clients to ensure seamless event planning and flawless execution.

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership capacity within luxury hotel brands.
• Strong planning and organisational skills with focus on details.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver high-end events.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments to exceed guest expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Events Planning team to deliver exceptional event experiences.
• Oversee Catering Sales and Convention Services to ensure seamless planning and execution.
• Align department operations with Hyatt brand standards and corporate strategies.

Skills

Results-driven

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

University degree or diploma in Hospitality Management / Event Management

Job description

Assistant Director of Event Planning - Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur

As the Assistant Director of Event Planning, you will lead the Events Planning team to deliver exceptional event experiences that reflect the sophistication and personalized service of Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur. Reporting to the Director of Sales & Marketing, you will be responsible for the overall management of the Events department, overseeing both Catering Sales and Convention Services to ensure seamless event planning and execution.

You will drive operational excellence by ensuring the department runs efficiently in line with Hyatt's corporate strategies and brand standards, while consistently exceeding the expectations of our guests and colleagues. Working closely with internal teams and clients, you will create memorable events that embody the understated luxury and bespoke hospitality synonymous with the Park Hyatt brand.

Summary

As the Assistant Director of Event Planning, you will lead the Events Planning team to deliver exceptional event experiences that reflect the sophistication and personalized service of Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur. Reporting to the Director of Sales & Marketing, you will be responsible for the overall management of the Events department, overseeing both Catering Sales and Convention Services to ensure seamless event planning and execution.

You will drive operational excellence by ensuring the department runs efficiently in line with Hyatt's corporate strategies and brand standards, while consistently exceeding the expectations of our guests and colleagues. Working closely with internal teams and clients, you will create memorable events that embody the understated luxury and bespoke hospitality synonymous with the Park Hyatt brand.

Qualifications

• Due to work permit restrictions, this position is only open to Malaysian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Malaysia.
• Ideally with a university degree or diploma in Hospitality Management, Event Management, or a related field.
• Previous work experience in a similar leadership capacity with a luxury international hotel brand is preferred. Extensive experience in event planning and event sales is essential.
• Results-driven with strong problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• A collaborative team player with the ability to foster strong partnerships across departments and with key stakeholders to deliver exceptional events and guest experiences.