Role OverviewAs a key member of the hotel Leadership Committee, the Director of Events leads all Event Sales and Event Planning operations, overseeing a team of Event Managers and support staff. This role owns the complete event experience—from contract turnover through execution and post-event follow-up—ensuring exceptional client service while driving event revenue and achieving property goals.
What You Will Do
Responsible for short-and long-term planning and the management of Event Sales and Event Planning, developing and recommending budgets, marketing plans, and objectives, and maintaining or exceeding budgeted sales and profits in all event areas.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have 6 years or more of progressive hotel Event Sales and Planning experience, a service-oriented style with professional presentation skills, and the ability to interact effectively with people of diverse backgrounds.
Requirements
- 6 years or more of progressive hotel Event Sales and Planning experience
- Service oriented style with professional presentation skills
- At least 3 years experience in a senior role in Event Sales/Planning environment
- Hotel/Hospitality degree an asset
- Clear concise written and verbal communication skills in English
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Advanced technological skills with the ability to adapt to new systems
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and administrative skills
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