Conference & Events Manager in Westminster

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. Our impressive event space and extensive meeting facilities mean this property is always buzzing and an incredibly fun place to work.

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.

As a Conference & Events Manager, you will lead our Conference & Events Service and Bar teams ensuring every detail is considered and event spaces are set up according to client requirements. This role has responsibility for the operational service delivery of weddings and special events at the venue and reports to the Operations Manager. You will be managing a busy venue of 37 meetings & events spaces, for events up to 1500 attendees. The main purpose of the role is to oversee functions from planning to service delivery ensuring that service standards are met consistently; building a strong rapport with key clients and ensuring colleagues within C&B Service and Bars are equipped to deliver exceptional customer experiences. This role involves working a variety of shifts and days including weekends on a rota basis.

Your skills and experience:

• You have events management or supervisory experience within a similar hospitality environment, with a good understanding of the operational delivery of weddings and banqueting events.
• Through your intuitive approach you will put heart and soul into the operational delivery of conference and banqueting events to create unforgettable experiences.
• You have strong communication skills and are organised and motivated with drive and determination.

The Pay & Benefits:

At De Vere we pay attention to the thoughtful details that inspire the loyalty of our permanent colleagues. That’s why we are proud to offer the following benefits for the role of Conference and Events Manager:

• £35,000 per year
• 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, our financial wellbeing platform, 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.