Conference & Events Supervisor in London

Ready to take the next step in your career delivering memorable weddings, meetings & events? Join our team at De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in Covent Garden as a Conference & Events Supervisor and be part of our exceptional conference and banqueting events team, where every detail matters and unforgettable events are created.

As the Conference & Events Supervisor, you will help to ensure the smooth operation of our busy conferences and events department, from meticulously set event spaces to impeccable service. Your keen eye for detail will ensure that every aspect, from setup to service, is executed flawlessly. Leading by example, you will foster a culture of warmth and appreciation, building genuine relationships with team members and empowering them to take pride in their work.

This is a full-time role with shifts operating between 7:00am and late evening, with finish times varying depending on events. Weekend work is included on a rota basis.

Your Skills & Experience:

• You have previous experience working as part of an events operation team.
• You are passionate about events and prepared to put your heart and soul into delivering memorable experiences for our guests.
• You have exceptional attention to detail to ensure every event runs smoothly.
• Your communication skills help you build strong working relationships and motivate a diverse team.
• You have excellent organisational and time management abilities, effectively prioritising tasks to meet operational requirements.

The Pay & Benefits:

• £14.50 per hour.
• Free meals on duty in our colleague dining facilities.
• An extra paid day off for your birthday, along with a £20 love to shop voucher.
• An annual complimentary 2-night stay with dinner in a De Vere property of your choice, plus additional monetary rewards for reaching long service milestones.
• Exclusive perks with our £50 colleague rates for overnight stays at De Vere properties, accompanied by a fantastic 50% discount on Food & Beverage.
• 31 days holiday each year (increasing annually up to 33 days).
• Venue closure over the Christmas period allowing you time off to enjoy the festive season.
• Access to our Apprenticeship programmes and study support.
• Employee Assistance Programme, providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including free counselling.
• Wagestream, granting you instant access to your pay when you need it.
• Monthly colleague recognition programme, culminating in an exciting annual colleague recognition event.
• Regular team appreciation events, including memorable Christmas and Summer parties.
• Company Life Assurance scheme, ensuring financial security for your loved ones.

De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms is our Iconic Events venue in London, solely set up to run and host incredible meetings and events. We host movie premier after parties, high profile fashion, music and charity events, exciting exhibitions and conferences, large weddings and corporate meetings.

Your commute: Grand Connaught Rooms is just 5 minutes from Covent Garden and Holborn tube stations and 30 minutes’ walk from Kings Cross, St Pancras and Euston train stations, we’re well-connected for all major London transport links.

At De Vere, we warmly welcome everyone and foster a sense of belonging, where each person is valued and appreciated. Join our team and become part of a passionate group of individuals who genuinely care about the experiences we create for our guests and colleagues.