At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate unforgettable weddings and events, ensuring every detail is perfect.
- Company: Join a vibrant team at Ashridge House, a stunning venue in Hertfordshire.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, work in a dynamic environment, and enjoy flexible hours.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a fast-paced, exciting events industry.
- Why this job: Bring dreams to life while building relationships and enhancing your event planning skills.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and a passion for creating memorable experiences.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
This is an exciting opportunity to support our rapidly growing events business as a Wedding & Event Co‑Ordinator. We are looking for an ambitious, highly organized person with excellent people skills to join our dynamic Events team. You will be responsible for bringing each couple’s dream to life by delivering every detail of their wedding. You will also deliver excellent client events, from business conferences to private functions, working across both B2C and B2B. In the role you will work closely with clients, as well as with our Food and Beverage teams, to ensure a consistently flawless client experience and revenue growth.
Responsibilities
- Work with clients to coordinate and deliver their onsite events; agree requirements, set expectations, and provide effective communication to ensure an excellent event.
- Inform internal teams, clearly and proactively, of event requirements and client preferences; work together to ensure a successful outcome for all parties.
- Keep the CRM database up to date with client information and correspondence so you and others can use it for business intelligence and client management.
- Build successful, professional relationships with clients to understand their particular needs and encourage business development.
- Respond to residential enquiries and liaise with the appropriate internal teams.
- Assist the Sales team by meeting potential clients, showcasing Ashridge and booking repeat business.
- Understand the needs and expectations of each individual client by building a friendly and respectful working relationship.
- Maintain complete, accurate and up‑to‑date filing of all correspondence.
- Understand the history of Ashridge and, when required, give short tours of the House to clients.
- Prepare and deliver accurate invoices, sending them to clients within a timely manner prior to their events; follow up to ensure.
Wedding and Events Coordinator employer: Education First
At Ashridge House, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters creativity and collaboration. Our team enjoys comprehensive benefits, including opportunities for professional development and growth within the events industry, all set against the stunning backdrop of our historic venue in Berkhamsted. Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences for our clients while enjoying a supportive and dynamic workplace.
