Event Planning Manager

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyatt Hotels Corporation is seeking an Event Planning Manager to oversee the success of events at their Chicago location. This position includes planning, execution, and post-event activities, requiring strong communication skills and a background in hospitality. The role is integral to providing authentic experiences for guests while managing details crucial to successful event delivery.

Benefits

Health benefits eligibility after 30 days

401K with company match

Discounted room nights

Free meals in the colleague cafeteria

Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Qualifications

• Two years of professional hotel/hospitality experience or completion of a Hotel Event Management trainee program.
• Three years of professional selling experience preferred.
• Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Overall success of events, including planning, on-site execution, and post-event activities.
• Experience in menu planning, room block management, and financial management.
• Maintaining strong customer relationships.

Skills

Motivated seller

Excellent verbal communication

Organization

Detail-oriented

Customer satisfaction

Education

Associate's Degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hyatt is a place of learning – similar to a university. The company offers many opportunities for professional and personal growth.

Hyatt Regency McCormick Place features over 1258 guest rooms, 53 suites, and 13,000 sq. ft. of meeting space, with access to nearly 30,000 sq. ft. of additional meeting space at the conference center. Guests can enjoy diverse dining options such as Third Star, Sixes & Eights, and ARC Bar, along with amenities like an indoor pool and a 24-hour StayFit Gym. The hotel is connected to the country’s largest convention center, offering extensive event hosting capabilities.

At Hyatt, our caring and attentive associates aim to provide authentic hospitality and meaningful experiences. We exceed high expectations and reward talent with exciting opportunities in the hospitality industry.

Event Planning Managers are responsible for the overall success of events, including planning, on-site execution, and post-event activities. Experience in menu planning, room block management, agenda setting, event detailing, financial management, designing hotel tours, and maintaining strong customer relationships is required.

Salary: The range for this position is $60,100 - $73,600, with actual pay based on experience.

Why choose Hyatt?

We are evolving the future of the hospitality industry

Hyatt is a global leader connecting the world through care, offering authentic and meaningful experiences across 69 countries. We focus on making a positive impact and supporting our people to be their best, which in turn ensures the best experiences for our guests.

We are opening doors for all

Hyatt welcomes individuals at all career stages, supporting personal and professional development and encouraging new opportunities.

“Care Connects Us”

Our guiding principle emphasizes that caring starts with people. We foster a culture of warmth, empathy, and respect, creating inclusive environments and genuine connections.

We value curiosity, innovation, and authenticity

Hyatt offers a space for growth, turning trips into journeys, encounters into experiences, and jobs into careers. Hospitality is a career for those who care—people like you and us.

• Collaborative, team-driven environment with diverse backgrounds
• Health benefits eligibility after 30 days (full-time)
• 401K with company match (eligible after 30 days)
• Discounted room nights at Hyatt properties upon hire
• Free room nights after 90 days
• Education assistance and tuition reimbursement
• Complimentary employee parking
• Access to hotel gym
• Free meals in the colleague cafeteria
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays (dependent on employment status)
• Annual performance-based increases

Hyatt is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Hyatt associates work in an environment demanding excellence and offering great rewards, including career growth, job enrichment, and a supportive culture. If you're ready for this challenge, we want you.

This is not just a job; it's the Hyatt Touch.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or higher
• Motivated seller (quota-based position)
• Two years of professional hotel/hospitality experience or completion of a Hotel Event Management trainee program
• Three years of professional selling experience preferred
• Strong desire to satisfy others in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and typing skills
• Highly detail-oriented and organized
• Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays