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At Edwardian Hotels London, it’s the people who create unforgettable memories for our guests. We are always looking for hospitality professionals to join our family and bring new ideas to how we can provide the best possible experience. Professionals who understand and believe in our values: having Integrity, being Ambitious, and always Quality-Driven. Talented individuals who want to work alongside likeminded passionate people in a rewarding, fulfilling, and fun environment. We know that your unique talents and ambitions not only have the ability to exceed our guests’ exacting standards, but also propel your own career potential in a company that recognises and rewards.
At Edwardian Hotels London we are committed to being the best place to work, so much so that we have officially been recognised as a Great Place to Work. Our commitment to the wellbeing and development of our people is at the fore front of our culture.
We are recruiting for a Senior Event Manager to join our Meetings & Events Operations Team at The May Fair Hotel. As Senior Events Manager, you will be the driving force behind the seamless delivery of high‑profile meetings, conferences, private dinners, luxury brand activations, and VIP events. You will lead the operational execution of events across our spaces, ensuring every detail reflects the hotel’s reputation for excellence.
You will collaborate closely with Sales, F&B, Front of House, and external partners to create unforgettable experiences for our guests and clients.
Overview:
Oversee end‑to‑end operational delivery of all M&E events, ensuring flawless execution and exceptional guest satisfaction.
Lead, motivate, and develop the M&E Operations team, fostering a culture of service excellence and accountability.
Act as the primary operational contact for clients, ensuring their vision is understood, elevated, and delivered to the highest standard.
Maintain impeccable standards across event spaces, equipment, and service delivery, ensuring compliance with hotel policies and five‑star expectations.
Support accurate forecasting, cost control, and event profitability through efficient planning and resource management.
Work closely with internal teams to ensure seamless coordination and communication throughout the event lifecycle.
Overview:
Proven experience in luxury hotel events operations, ideally within a five‑star environment.
A confident leader with the ability to inspire and guide a diverse team.
Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple high‑profile events simultaneously.
A polished communicator with strong client‑facing experience.
Calm under pressure, solutions‑focused, and committed to delivering excellence.
A passion for hospitality and a deep understanding of luxury service standards.
Company Benefits:
Competitive salary
28 days Holiday per annum including Bank Holidays increasing with long service
Complimentary hot meals, salad bar and unlimited beverages provided daily
Recommend a Friend Scheme of up to £500 per friend recommended.
Annual complimentary night stays within our hotels
Preferential accommodation rates for all Edwardian Hotels for Hosts, their family and their friends
Access to a discount platform for all of the most popular stores and outlets
Auto enrolment into our company pension scheme
Regular social events across all hotels
Annual company recognition events held in January each year
Wellbeing champions across all of our hotels
Access to our company doctor for medical appointments and occupational health support
Access for all hosts to our online learning platform Edwardian Academy
Opportunities for promotion and a wide range of training programs to support your development
Eligibility:
In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be from candidates as part of the recruitment process.
