Meetings & Events Planning Manager
Radisson-Hotel-Group
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Job summary
Park Inn by Radisson Amsterdam City West is seeking an experienced Meetings & Events Planning Manager to lead an international planning team and deliver flawless events from conferences to gala dinners. The role is based at the Amsterdam City West property near Sloterdijk and involves coordinating with clients and hotel teams to ensure exceptional service.
You will manage budgets, drive KPIs, coach a diverse team, and maintain compliance while delivering outstanding guest experiences.
Qualifications
- Experience in Meetings & Events planning, preferably within a large 4 star hotel or hospitality environment.
- Experience in leading, coaching and developing a team.
- Strong planning, organisational and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with budget management and monitoring departmental performance.
- Fluent in English; knowledge of additional languages is an advantage.
- A degree in Hospitality Management or a comparable qualification, or equivalent relevant work experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop an international team of Meetings & Events Planners.
- Oversee the planning and coordination of all meetings and events, ensuring a seamless guest experience.
- Drive departmental performance by achieving financial target and KPIs.
- Manage the department budget, controlling costs while maximizing productivity.
- Coach and support the team through regular feedback, training and development.
- Build strong relationships with clients and internal departments to ensure successful event delivery.
- Continuously improve planning processes and maintain compliance with company, legal, health and safety standards.
Skills
Education
Job description
- Hotel Name: Park Inn by Radisson Amsterdam City West
- Compensation: EUR 3,600 - EUR 4,600 - monthly
Do you have a passion for hospitality, events and people? As our Meetings & Events Planning Manager, you'll lead an international planning team and be responsible for everything from large international conferences to gala dinners and rooftop drinks. You'll work closely with clients and hotel teams to ensure every event is planned to perfection and delivered with exceptional service.
Park Inn by Radisson Amsterdam City West and Amsterdam Congress Center is a vibrant and colourful hotel and event venue, featuring 476 rooms and 21 meeting and event spaces. Conveniently located next to Amsterdam Sloterdijk train station, the hotel is easily accessible for both guests and team members by car and public transport.
Designed by renowned designer Karim Rashid, the hotel is part of the VEN complex, sharing the building with Holland Casino and Limehome apartments.
The Amsterdam Congress Center offers a wide range of flexible meeting and event spaces, including a 700-guest ballroom and a spectacular rooftop event space. From intimate meetings to large conferences and events, the combination of the hotel and Congress Center creates a dynamic and diverse working environment where no two days are the same.
- Lead and develop an international team of Meetings & Events Planners.
- Oversee the planning and coordination of all meetings and events, ensuring a seamless guest experience.
- Drive departmental performance by achieving financial target and KPIs;
- Manage the department budget, controlling costs while maximizing productivity.
- Coach and support the team through regular feedback, training and development.
- Build strong relationships with clients and internal departments to ensure successful event delivery.
- Continuously improve planning processes and maintain compliance with company, legal, health and safety standards.
- The position offers a salary in scale 9 of the Dutch Hospitality CLA (CAO Horeca), ranging from €3.600 to €4.600 gross per month, based on experience and qualifications, for a 38-hour working week.
- 25 holidays per year (based on FT employment, 38 hours per week);
- Excluding 8% holiday allowance, paid in May;
- Possibility to work 1 day from home;
- You can use a company laptop and phone while working with us;
- Industry pension plan (PH&C) and participation in an additional pension plan;
- Travel allowance of €0.23 per km from 0 km (max €14.63 net per day);
- A place on the hotel’s management team;
- Proud partner of HotelloTOP, including lots of great events;
- Training & development opportunities, a driven General Manager, and alumni from Hotel Management School The Hague who’s eager to support your next career step;
- Excellent accessibility (5-minute walk from Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station) and free parking available;
- Access to the employee discount platform Benefits at Work which offers exceptional rates on products and services from renowned brands and popular amusement parks;
- Staff discount on stays and F&B at Radisson Hotel Group worldwide, not only for yourself but also for family and friends.
- 50% Discount on Food & Beverage: Enjoy half-off on dining experiences at the Radisson Blu and Park Inn by Radisson hotels throughout the Netherlands.
- A strong focus on having fun at work (think team drinks & events!).
- Recommend a friend program (up to €250 net per person who joins us).
- Experience in Meetings & Events planning, preferably within a large 4 star hotel or hospitality environment.
- Experience in leading, coaching and developing a team.
- Strong planning, organisational and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with budget management and monitoring departmental performance.
- Fluent in English; knowledge of additional languages is an advantage.
- A degree in Hospitality Management or a comparable qualification, or equivalent relevant work experience.
Ensure you're authorized to work in the Netherlands and have housing in Amsterdam before applying. Due to the high volume of applications, we will only respond to candidates who meet these criteria.
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Live the Magic of Hospitality – Be part of a team that creates exceptional experiences and memorable moments every day. Let your Yes I Can! spirit shine as you bring hospitality to life.
No matter your background or experience, we invest in your growth, learning, and career development- helping you reach your full potential.
Join a workplace that’s inclusive, fun, and meaningful. We celebrate diversity, support one another and foster a sense of belonging through our Employee Resource Groups and inclusion initiatives.
Your ideas, passion and drive matter! We empower you to make a difference-in hospitality, your community and beyond.
No matter where you’re located, you’ll enjoy exclusive global benefits - like special hotel rates for you and your loved ones at our hotels worldwide. Plus, you’ll have access to local perks and rewards tailored to your country, making your experience even more rewarding!
If you’re ready to bring your talent, energy, and passion, we’d love to hear from you.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. If you need any adjustments during the application process, please let us know.
We screen applications and invite candidates for interviews on a rolling basis and will close the vacancy once the ideal candidate has been identified.
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