Head of Meeting & Events

Job Description

Are you an experienced Head of Meetings & Events with extensive knowledge in working in resorts/complex operations/hotels with large volume of conferencing? We’re looking for a passionate individual who will lead, develop and mentor a team in order to create a sales culture within the office which will support the conversion of profitable MICE business, whilst at the same time delivering a customer service experience that both meets and exceeds expectations.

A fantastic one-off opportunity has arisen to join a passionate department working for award-winning and successful single site residential hotel, conference and training centre set within stunning acres of land. The business has been recognised as one of the Top 100 Best Companies to Work For.

The development of MICE business has been central to the growth and as Head of Meeting & Events you will be developing the foundations that are in place and continue to develop a sales focused culture within the Meeting & Event team and support their mission to be recognised as outstanding sales operation and delivering long term success. You will manage the Meeting & Events diary to ensure occupancy, revenue and profitability is maximised at all times, and the right balance of business is managed between the centres.

What do you need to qualify for this role?

• Have a proven record of sales achievement and the ability to influence change with both clients and team members
• Have the ability to identify shifts in booking/conversion trends and actions to address
• Excellent communication skills and a professional manner with the ability to build good business relationships at all levels including senior decision makers
• Proven track record in developing team business plans and standard operating procedures
• Extensive experience in using property management systems and can quickly adapt and learn new systems plus excellent IT skills
• Confident, able to motive both themselves and a team
• Ability to set own targets and steps to achieve an objective
• Ability to work under pressure whilst supporting a team
• Excellent time management and administrative skills

This is an exciting chance for a Meetings & Events Manager to join a renowned establishment who offer exceptional services to their customers. If you are interested in this role with a superb company with great benefits, then please apply.