Weddings and Social Event Executive

POSITION SUMMARY

With its fragrant walled gardens, stately Jacobean country house & 200 acres of Hertfordshire parkland, the historic Hanbury Manor Marriott Hotel & Country Club makes a lasting impression. Marriott International the world’s largest hotel company with more than 500 global locations and 600,000 associates worldwide is redefining the art of hosting so that our guests can travel brilliantly. Combining old school, classic elegance and impressive grandeur with a contemporary, holistic approach, Hanbury Manor Marriott delivers premium choices, sophisticated style, and well-crafted experiences for the discerning.

This position is part of the Sales & Events team who are responsible for reactive group sales attached or not to events and weddings. By application of strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills this position is responsible for preparing all event documentation and coordinating with hotel departments and the customers to ensure consistent, high-level service throughout pre-, during and post-event phases of all events, administration of contracts and inputting group bookings/rooming lists into Opera booking system.

The Events Executive must have impeccable attention to detail and exceptional organisational skills to be able to competently deliver all aspects of the role to the expected standard. The ability to multitask, prioritise and use your initiative are key skills required for this role. This role will have direct client interaction and admin work.

ARE YOU ELIGIBLE TO WORK IN THE UK?

A points-based immigration system affecting the eligibility to apply to work in the UK has been introduced from 01 January 2022. Applicants with Irish citizenship, an indefinite leave to enter the UK or an indefinite leave to remain in the UK are eligible to work in the UK including EU citizens who already lived in the UK by 31 December 2020. Please refer to the Home Office website for more details.

Experience:

Previous experience within Hotel Industry preferred – Experience in Weddings & Events, Opera booking system, Sales Force and specifically in dealing with groups/catering and delegations are highly desirable.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Goal driven: commitment towards achieving hotel’s and team goals
• Ability to adapt – Maintains performance level under pressure or when experiencing changes or challenges in the workplace.
• Passion for Sales and understanding of processes; can effectively up sell products and services; can bring a sale to closure
• Strong communication skills (verbal, listening, writing)
• Confident, positive and proactive attitude and mind-set
• Able to work alone and within a team
• Excellent telephone etiquette
• Strong customer development and relationship management skills
• Effective decision making skills
• Good time management
• Strong organizational skills

Education or Certification:

• A strong level of English, both written and verbal is essential for this role.
• High school diploma or GED; experienced (1 – 2 years of experience) in the Reservations/ Event Booking Center or related professional area.https://careers.marriott.com/weddings-and-social-event-executive/job/F9613C47F20CD0B83F8169C26A00E487