Meetings & Events Executive

Join to apply for the Meetings & Events Executive role at Techexchange 4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Meetings & Events Executive role at Techexchange Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. MEETINGS & EVENTS EXECUTIVE We are looking for a FUN, PASSIONATE & EXTROVERTED Meeting & Events Executive who wants to join our FANTASTIC MEETING & EVENTS TEAM at a VIBRANT central London Hotel! We have 312 bedrooms and 17 meeting rooms, including a Theatre. MEETINGS & EVENTS EXECUTIVE We are looking for a FUN, PASSIONATE & EXTROVERTED Meeting & Events Executive who wants to join our FANTASTIC MEETING & EVENTS TEAM at a VIBRANT central London Hotel! We have 312 bedrooms and 17 meeting rooms, including a Theatre. You will assist the Meetings & Events department to achieve maximum revenue and client relationships, through effective and efficient sales techniques and strategies-providing excellent customer service at all times to all customers In this role, you will assist in planning and executing meetings, events, and conferences for up to 446 guests, from start to finish. You will work closely with our clients, agents, and team members to ensure seamless coordination and delivery of all aspects of the event. This role requires proven record of accomplishment in event management. Responsibilities Respond to enquiries from agents/clients within time limit and in a professional manner Practice efficient and effective yield management in line with guidelines Promote special offers where appropriate and maximize each and every sales opportunity Prepare contracts and ensure maximum conversion of all business taken in the diary Ensure all business is chased and departmental guidelines are followed To conduct show-rounds for existing bookings and for new clients Ensure client receives a detailed event order in advance of their event Greet client on arrival to the hotel at the start of their function and maintain a presence throughout the event Resolve any client disputes and complaints in a professional manner and within guidelines issued Ensure accounting procedures are adhered to at all times – obtain prepayments, reconcile and check final invoices and send to the client within 48hours of departure. Any account queries are to be dealt with within 48 hours Maintain strong market awareness through competitor site inspections Achieving individual weekly targets Key Skills And Behaviours Required Organisation and time management skills Strong communication skills both written and verbal Administration and problem solving skills Ability to work to deadlines Customer focused Attention to detail Driven towards maximising sales and meeting departmental budgets Use of OPERA Cloud and Delphi system is preferable You must have previous Meetings & Events experience in a conference hotel or venue. Benefits Two complimentary Bonus Breaks – benefit from a free one or two day break in another property in the UK each year Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Hotels worldwide Free meals on duty and access to hotel Gym Up to 33 days of annual leave per annum Salary: £36,037 per annum (£17.77 per hour) The successful candidate must already have eligibility to work in the UK. Seniority level Seniority level Entry level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Events Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Techexchange by 2x Get notified about new Event Executive jobs in London, England, United Kingdom . London, England, United Kingdom 2 months ago London, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 months ago London, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago London, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago Assistant Meetings and Events Operations Manager London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Hackney, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Senior Weddings & Private Events Executive London, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Events Operations Manager and Co – Ordinator London, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Wandsworth, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 months ago Bexleyheath, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 months ago Conference and Events Manager – The Excel London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr