Assistant Meeting & Events Manager 4* Grand Hotel, Malahide
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Meeting & Events Manager supports the planning, coordination, and delivery of meetings, conferences, weddings, banquets, and special events at the hotel. Working closely with the Meeting & Events Manager and operational departments, the successful candidate will ensure exceptional guest experiences, efficient event execution, and the achievement of departmental revenue targets.
Responsibilities will include:
- Assist in the planning, organisation, and execution of meetings, conferences, weddings, and social events.
- Liaise with clients to understand event requirements and ensure all details are accurately communicated to operational teams.
- Conduct site inspections and client show-rounds as required.
- Prepare function sheets, event orders, and event schedules, ensuring all departments are fully informed.
- Monitor event set-ups and oversee event delivery to ensure hotel standards are maintained.
- Act as the main point of contact for clients during events, resolving any issues promptly and professionally.
The ideal candidate:
- Experience working in a sales environment within the hospitality industry for a minimum of 2 years
- Target driven, with a real understanding of how to drive and convert sales
- Responsible for the coordination and administration of Conference & Banqueting, Wedding and Business Centre bookings.
- Organised and works with a sense of urgency
- Experience using the following PMS Systems would be beneficial Opera & OSEM
In Return We Offer
- Complimentary Car Parking
- Flexible working conditions
- Extensive Learning & Development opportunties
- Discounted rates for Family & Friends across the FBD Group & Resorts & FBD Insurance 15%
- Employee Assistance Programme
- People Awards
- Bike to Work & Taxsavers Scheme
- Complimentary meals on duty
