Cluster Events Co-ordinator

Cluster Events Co-ordinatorRate of pay / Hours: £12.60ph / 40hrsContract type: PermanentLocation: Malmaison & Hotel Du Vin NewcastleWe’re looking for a Cluster Events Co-ordinator to join our team and play a crucial role in driving the meetings and events agenda for . For this role you would expect to handle high value enquiries which would include everything from product launches, team meetings, large conferences, social celebrations and weddings, therefore providing an exciting and varied workload within a dynamic close-knit team.Reporting to the Cluster Meetings & Events Manager, your key objectives would be to handle enquiries effectively, contract event business and ensure a strong product knowledge to execute a smooth customer journey from start to finish, including liaising on final details.Key Responsibilities & Objectives;To manage meeting, private event and wedding enquiriesTo drive occupancy and revenue for the meeting spaces within the hotelTo drive occupancy of bedrooms, for MICE enquiries with groups attachedTo work according to the SOP’s within the brand, ensuring adoption of best practiceTo ensure high level of attention to detail for when creating proposals and function sheets for the hotels operation teamTo have the ability to develop relationships and rapport with potential clients, by adopting a consultative sales approachTo ensure all deposits and final payments are received in a timely manner as per the brand SOPTo confidently execute client site visits during their decision making processTo support the Cluster Meetings & Events Manager with any other ad-hoc tasks that are requiredWhat we’re looking for…Communicates openly and clearly both verbally and in writingManages time and resources effectivelyPrioritizes actions and manages tasks through completion in a timely mannerActs on own initiativeHas drive and hunger for salesExpresses confidence in own ideasCan handle more than one task at a timeIn addition to competitive rates of pay we offer:Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates at Malmaison, Hotel du Vin and Frasers Hospitality with rooms available from £65 per night.Discounted Friends and Family Room Rate with 50% off best available rate.35% off your bill when you dine in our Brasseries and BistrosFully funded Apprenticeshipprogrammes that support you in developing your careerHigh Street Discounts on a range of high street shops, experiences, holidays and much much moreCycle to work scheme – save up to 40% on a wide range of bikesHealthcare Cash Plans - dental, optical, medical and more available from £5 per monthReferral schemes that pay up to £1500 (just for getting your mates jobs)A decent uniform that doesn’t make you look like an extra from a 70s TV sitcom.We have a Wellness & National Campaign Days Calendar which promotes and encourages activities like – Pay Day Lunches/Treats, National Popcorn Day, Mental Health Awareness week and moreWe work withWagestreamgiving instant access to your pay as it’s earnt. Wagestream is a tool for everyday life that lets you get paid your way by letting you track your wages in real time, stream up to 50% of the money you’re already earned, learn easy tips to manage your money better and save direct from your salaryWe also offercomplimentary stayson your 1st, 3rdand 5thanniversary with Dinner, Bed & BreakfastWe are a proud sponsor of The Brain Charity, helping people with all forms of neurological conditions to lead longer, healthier, happier lives.Employee Assistance Programme– free, confidential advice available 24/7 to you and your familyOur Sustainability Goals:100% of our electricity is generated using renewable energy with most of it coming from Wind Farms around the UKWe recycle a minimum of 70% of the waste from our hotels. This target is achieved by everyone I the hotel focusing on the waste we produce and is championed by our Sustainability Council who work on project year roundWe have moved to a chemical free cleaning system in our bedrooms and public areas and an enzyme based eco-friendly system for our kitchens.Volunteer to work for sustainable charities 2 days per year on full pay instead of your normal workplaceInterested?? Click Apply NowFrasers Hospitality, Malmaison & Hotel Du Vin arean equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. #J-18808-Ljbffr