GROUPS & EVENTS MANAGER

Leonardo Hotels Benelux; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance for commuting

Overtime paid or time off

Training courses and career growth

Discounted products via FiscFree

Employee stays program

Job summary

Leonardo Hotel Amsterdam Rembrandtpark is seeking a Groups & Events Manager to lead the Events department and drive commercial growth in Amsterdam West. You will oversee corporate meetings, dinners, rooftop parties and large-scale celebrations, while building long-term client partnerships and maximizing hotel profitability.

You will coach your team, professionalize processes, and work closely with the Regional Sales team to elevate Floor17 as a premier event destination in Amsterdam.

Qualifications

• +3 years leadership experience in hospitality and events.
• Solid experience in Event Management with a passion for the field.
• Strong commercial and sales skills; able to translate ideas into events.
• Owns the end-to-end guest journey from enquiry to delivery.
• Fluent in Dutch and English, written and spoken.
• Independent, proactive and adaptable in a dynamic environment.
• Experience with Opera Sales & Catering is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Groups & Events team and department strategy.
• Oversee successful execution of groups and events and drive revenue.
• Collaborate with Regional Sales to position the hotel and Floor17 as a top venue.
• Theorize and implement new concepts; build long-term client partnerships.
• Manage guest journeys from enquiry to final evaluation with excellence.

Skills

Leadership in hospitality

Event management

Sales skills

Client relationship management

Dutch language

English language

Strategic mindset

Team coaching

Negotiation

Networking

Tools

Opera Sales & Catering

Job description

About The Job

Are you a commercially driven events professional with an entrepreneurial mindset and a passion for sales, hospitality and leadership?

We are looking for an inspiring Groups & Events Manager to lead and further develop our Events department. In this role, you will not only oversee the successful execution of groups and events, but also play a key role in driving commercial growth, strengthening our market position and contributing to the strategic ambitions of the hotel as part of the Management Team.

Together with our Regional Sales team, you will be responsible for positioning Leonardo Hotel Amsterdam Rembrandtpark and Floor17 as the social event destination of Amsterdam West. From corporate meetings and dinners to rooftop parties, exclusive social and seasonal gatherings and large-scale celebrations, you will continuously identify new opportunities, create innovative concepts and build long-term relationships that drive revenue and visibility.

As a natural leader, you inspire, coach and empower your team while further professionalizing processes, standards and ways of working within the department and our organization. You lead by example, bring structure where needed and create an environment in which commercial success and exceptional guest experiences go hand in hand.

You are highly proactive, commercially strong and thrive on creating opportunities rather than waiting for them. You enjoy networking, developing strategic partnerships and converting leads into lasting business. With your creativity, market knowledge and entrepreneurial spirit, you continuously look for new ways to maximize revenue and elevate the awareness of our unique rooftop venue.

From the first enquiry to the final evaluation, you oversee the entire guest journey and ensure flawless execution. You keep a clear overview, set priorities with confidence, and remain focused under pressure. No challenge is too big; you take ownership, make decisions, and deliver results.

WHO ARE WE?

Leonardo Hotel Amsterdam Rembrandtpark has become a well-known name in Amsterdam West. With eighteen floors, the hotel offers spectacular views across the entire city. On the 17th floor, you will find Floor17, where guests can enjoy great cocktails and dishes at a height of 85 metres.

Our rooftop terrace is the place for special events, such as movie nights, ice skating experiences and relaxing yoga sessions. It is also the perfect location for meetings with a breathtaking view. As we continue to grow our events business, we are looking for someone who is eager to put Floor17 on the map even further by proactively generating new event opportunities and partnerships.

Job Requirements

WHO ARE YOU?

• +3 years of leadership experience in hospitality
• You have solid experience in Event Management and a real passion for it.
• You have strong commercial and sales skills and know how to translate creative, out-of-the-box ideas into successful events.
• You take ownership, think ahead and act as a sparring partner for both your team and clients.
• You handle information with care and are confident in making well-considered, strategic decisions.
• You have a good command of both Dutch and English, spoken and written.
• You are independent, proactive and thrive in a dynamic environment.
• Understanding and anticipating your clients’ needs? That is your strength.
• You know how to find the right balance between guest satisfaction and hotel profitability.
• Experience with Opera Sales & Catering is a plus!

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Salary range mentioned is monthly gross and for employees aged 20 and over.
• Travel allowance for commuting distances of 10 kilometers or more.
• Overtime can either be paid out or converted into additional time off.
• Extensive opportunities to attend training courses and further develop yourself.
• Career growth opportunities within the organization.
• Purchase products at a discounted rate, such as an (electric) bicycle or mobile phone, with an average tax benefit of 40% through FiscFree.
• Access to an employee benefits program for hotel stays.
• A unique experience where you can enjoy an overnight stay, including dinner and breakfast, to fully get to know your workplace.