Event Planner
1 week ago
The Balmoral is located at Edinburgh’s most prestigious address, No. 1 Princes Street, where the Old Town stops and the New Town begins. Our hotel’s majestic clock defines the city’s skyline and since the day we opened in 1902 it has run three minutes fast to ensure our guests will never miss their train.
**The Position**
Do you have the drive and instincts of an organised planner? A passion for fine dining and the luxury hospitality world? Are you ready to bring your experience and business acumen to a world-leading hotel group? Then Rocco Forte Hotels would love to invite you to join us as an Event Planner in our Meeting and Events sales team.
As Event Planner, you will play a vital part in organising our private dining, banqueting and events offering, as well as nurturing our existing prestige clients. You will be an exceptional communicator, be able to work in an organised manner and a passion for delivering world class Scottish hospitality. Your positivity, ability to learn and strong work ethic will enable you to thrive in a high-pressure event sales environment.
Working within the Meeting & Events Sales department, the Event Planner will collate, co-ordinate and distribute Meeting & Event information between clients and hotel departments, whilst ensuring the highest standards of service are achieved. Your duties will entail maintaining a good working relationship with existing clients and ensuring that final details are confirmed and that contracts are sent in an orderly fashion. You are also responsible for ensuring all enquiries are followed up and converting tentative reservations into confirmed bookings.
You must have a comprehensive knowledge of the requirements within Meeting and Events including facilities, set-ups and services available. You must be able to meet deadlines, have good computer skills and an excellent telephone manner including the ability to provide seamless service delivery with a nothing is too much trouble, attitude. Excellent organisation skills and the ability to multi-task are essential.
Your success in the role will be defined by your ability to manage your time and deliver efficient and organised events for new clients whilst maintaining an outstanding relationship with our existing premium clients. In turn, you will be given the support to develop your own skills and career with us.
Ultimately, your insight, commitment and pride in your work will make you an integral part of the Rocco Forte family.
The hours of work are mostly weekdays, office hours however flexibility is required to attend functions as and when required, which may include weekends.
**Why join us at Rocco Forte Hotels?**
At Rocco Forte Hotels, we are committed to giving our Team Members the skills and support required to deliver unrivalled service, and most importantly, to grow in their careers. As a member of The Balmoral team, you will also enjoy a fantastic range of perks, benefits, and rewards including:
- 29 Holidays pro-rata per year
- Uniform provided and complimentary laundry service
- Occupational Pension Scheme
- Meals on Duty
- £25 per night discounted rates at Rocco Forte Hotels
- 50% discounts on food and beverage
- 25% discounts on Spa Treatments & Products in the Health Spa
- Learning and Development Opportunities
- Recognition & Reward Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Local Retailer Discounts
- Employee Social Events
- Employee Assistance Programme
£26,000, expected package
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