Group, Conference and Events Planning Executive

WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES AT THE WORLD’S #1 BEST WORKPLACE, AWARDED BY GREAT PLACE TO WORK & FORTUNE.

A new era begins at the London Hilton on Park Lane.

Located in the heart of Mayfair, London Hilton on Park Lane was the first Hilton to open within the UK and is close to all that London has to offer. Soaring high above Park Lane, the hotel is famed for its unparalleled five-star luxury. With 453 spacious guest rooms, including 56 suites and a Presidential Suite, there is something for all.

2023 was the hotel’s 60thanniversary, which has seen the refurbishment of Executive rooms and suites as well as a re-development of the lobby level, including a brand new restaurant and bar.

Yearly salary of £32,214

BENEFITS

• 28 days paid holiday increasing with service
• Exclusive high-street discounts through Perks at Work portal
• Industry-leading Team Member discounts on hotel stays for you, your family and friends
• Access to leadership and development programmes through Hilton University
• Exceptional Career opportunities and wellbeing programmes to help you thrive in the workplace
• Reward programmes, incentives and team member recognition, as well as long service awards
• 50% off in Hilton restaurants and bars (subject to individual outlets)
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Uniforms provided and laundered complimentary
• Free meals on shift

What will I be doing?

• Receive event handovers and execute the finer planning of confirmed events
• Seek opportunities to increase sales within the Team
• Manage an events portfolio of upcoming events and prioritise accordingly
• Focus on a consistently executed up-selling approach
• Build strong relationships with customers to fully understand their needs
• Arrange and carry out Hotel show rounds
• Ensure the complete administration and execution of all planned events

What are we looking for?

• Good organisational and administration skills
• Positive attitude and good communication skills
• Confident telephone manner

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• Demonstrated previous experience working in the Conference and Events function
• Knowledge of the hotel property management systems

ELIGIBILITY

• In line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must have the eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom.
• Documentation is required at interview stage (for EU Nationals share code requested to check EU Settled/Pre-Settled status)

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