Meetings & Events Planning Manager

Your key 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.

What’s in it for you?

• 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;
• Delicious meal during your shift in our staff canteen;
• 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).

Essential ingredients:

• 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 both Dutch and English; knowledge of additional languages is an advantage.
• A degree in Hospitality Management or a comparable qualification, or equivalent relevant work experience.

https://radissoncareers.com/job/meetings-and-events-planning-manager-in-amsterdam-netherlands-jid-34373