At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan unforgettable meetings and events, turning client visions into reality.
- Company: Join the vibrant team at De Vere Latimer in Chesham.
- Benefits: Enjoy a £29,000 salary, free meals, and amazing perks like a complimentary hotel stay.
- Other info: Great career progression opportunities and a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team creating memorable experiences for guests.
- Qualifications: Previous event planning experience or relevant qualifications are a plus.
The predicted salary is between 29000 - 29000 £ per year.
Ready to help plan meetings & events that leave lasting memories? Join us at De Vere Latimer in Chesham in this pivotal role that brings meetings & events to life!
As a Meeting & Events Sales Executive you will
Convert enquiries into bookings, showcasing our venue through showrounds and helping our clients plan every detail of their event.
You will work as part of our busy events planning team, effectively communicating client requirements to our operational team who will then run the events on the day.
In return the role offers
£29,000 per annum, plus excellent benefits including a sales incentive scheme, free meals, an annual complimentary stay with dinner at a De Vere Hotel, plus additional stays for just £50 and a paid day off for your birthday, to name just a few!
- Your Skills And Experience
- Ideally some previous event planning/coordination experience or a relevant qualification.
- Passionate about events and prepared to put heart and soul into delivering memorable experiences for our guests.
- Forge strong working relationships and create genuine connections with colleagues and valued guests through your excellent communication skills.
- Confident using IT software – familiarity with Opera software would be beneficial but is not essential as training can be provided.
- Share our values such as being graciously warm, demonstrating a genuine approach, anticipating guest needs and ensuring every detail is considered.
Benefits
- Free meals on duty in colleague dining facilities.
- Complimentary use of the Leisure Club facilities.
- Extra paid day off for your birthday and a £20 love‑to‑shop voucher.
- Annual complimentary 2‑night stay with dinner in a De Vere property of your choice, plus additional rewards for reaching long‑service milestones.
- £50 colleague rates for overnight stays at De Vere properties and 50% discount on Food & Beverage.
- 28 days holiday each year (increasing annually up to 33 days).
- Venue closure over the Christmas period for time off.
- Access to the Exclusively Yours Benefits portal for discounts on retail, travel and leisure activities.
- Career progression opportunities, including apprenticeships and study support.
- Employee Assistance Programme providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including free counselling.
- Wagestream financial wellbeing platform for instant access to pay.
- Monthly colleague recognition programme “You Are De Vere” and annual colleague recognition event.
- Regular team appreciation events, including Christmas and Summer parties.
- Company Life Assurance scheme for financial security.
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