Overview
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De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in London are recruiting for a Conference & Events Manager to join the team. As a Conference & Events Manager you will lead our Conference & Events Service and Bar teams ensuring every detail is considered and event spaces are set up according to client requirements. This role has responsibility for the operational service delivery of weddings and special events at the venue and reports to the Operations Manager. You will be managing a busy venue of 37 meetings & events spaces, for events up to 1500 attendees. The main purpose of the role is to oversee functions from planning to service delivery ensuring that service standards are met consistently; building a strong rapport with key clients and ensuring colleagues within C&B Service and Bars are equipped to deliver exceptional customer experiences.
This role involves working a variety of shifts and days including weekends on a rota basis.
Responsibilities
* Lead the Conference & Events Service and Bar teams to ensure event spaces are set up according to client requirements and service standards are met.
* Oversee the operational delivery of weddings and banqueting events.
* Manage planning and execution from start to finish, ensuring client satisfaction and seamless service delivery.
* Build strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
* Coordinate with colleagues across Food & Beverage Service to deliver exceptional customer experiences.
Your Skills And Experience
* Events management or supervisory experience within a similar hospitality environment, with a good understanding of the operational delivery of weddings and banqueting events.
* Strong communication, organisational skills, and proactive, motivated approach with drive and determination.
Benefits
* £34,000 per year
* Free meals on duty in our colleague dining facilities
* Extra paid day off for your birthday, plus a £20 love to shop voucher
* Annual complimentary 2-night stay with dinner in a De Vere property, plus rewards for long service milestones
* Exclusive colleague rates for overnight stays and a 50% discount on Food & Beverage
* 31 days holiday each year (increasing to 33)
* Christmas period closure with time off
* Exclusive discounts through Exclusively Yours Benefits portal
* Career progression opportunities, including Apprenticeship programmes and study support
* Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 health and wellbeing support
* Wagestream financial wellbeing platform for instant access to pay
* Monthly colleague recognition program and annual recognition event
* Regular team appreciation events, including Christmas and Summer parties
* Company Life Assurance
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Part-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Hospitality
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