Wedding & Special Events Coordinator

2 weeks ago

Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom The Grand Hotel Birmingham Full time

Behind every seamless wedding or special event, there's someone who's quietly making sure nothing is left to chance.
At The Grand Hotel Birmingham
, that someone is our Weddings & Special Events Co-ordinator — guiding guests from their first enquiry through to final details meetings and a clear, confident handover to our Operations team, who then run the event on the day.

It's a role built on clarity, organisation and great communication — the things that make the planning journey feel effortless for our guests.

That Means

  • Show rounds that win people over.
  • Plans that stay organised.
  • Details that are checked, confirmed and communicated clearly.
  • Function sheets that let our Operations team deliver exactly what's expected.

The role of Weddings & Special Events Co-ordinator is
full-time working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with occasional flexibility for show rounds, key planning meetings or weekend attendance to see through the magic moments on the big day itself.

What You'll Bring

  • Experience in a wedding or events coordination role, ideally in a hotel or venue environment.
  • Warm, confident communication skills — with guests, colleagues and suppliers.
  • Strong organisation, attention to detail and the ability to stay calm when timelines tighten.
  • A collaborative approach and the ability to build fast, positive rapport.
  • A genuine passion for delivering thoughtful, high-quality, memorable guest experiences.

Benefits
The Pay & Benefits
We are delighted to offer the following salary and benefits with the role of Wedding & Special Events Co-ordinator;

  • Salary: £28,227 per annum - plus gratuities and service charge to increase earning potential
  • Stay at the Grand Hotel or other De Vere properties for as little as £50, with special rates for friends and family
  • Get 50% off food and drinks when you dine in Isaacs or Madeleine - or at any De Vere location
  • Enjoy discounts on retail, travel and leisure through an exclusive benefits portal
  • Earn extra cash through our employee referral scheme
  • Free, freshly cooked meals from our chefs, available twice a day across service periods
  • Access 24/7 health and wellbeing support through Hospitality Action
  • Access your pay whenever you need it using Wagestream
  • Take advantage of career development opportunities and apprenticeship programmes
  • Regular team appreciation events and monthly recognition programmes
  • Career development opportunities – including access to nationally recognised, funded apprenticeship programmes

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