Wedding & Social Events Manager

Hotel Brand: Kimpton
Location: United Kingdom, London

Hotel: Fitzroy London (LONLP), 1-8 Russell Square, Bloomsbury, WC1B 5BE

Job number: 124524



At Kimpton Fitzroy London we are looking for a Weddings and Social Events Manager to join our luxury hotel in Central London

A “London Hotel Like No Other,” Kimpton Fitzroy London is an iconic 19th-century building which meets the London of today: From the outside, this landmark building, which occupies the eastern side of Bloomsbury’s Russell Square, looks every bit the part of grande dame. Inside, though, contemporary interiors beckon the discerning traveller to settle in and stay a while. Want to be part of this Lifestyle Luxury property?

As a Wedding and Social Events Manager at Kimpton Fitzroy London, your primary responsibilities will focus on generating sales, managing client relationships, and ensuring successful event execution. Your day to day will involve client and supplier relationship management, developing and maintaining these relationships to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.  You will be required to assist in creating and implementing sales strategies, targeting new business opportunities and drive revenue growth. You will need to stay up to date with wedding and event trends, as well as the ever changing landscape, to maintain a competitive edge in the market, sharing knowledge and expertise to help the team achieve their sales targets and collaborating with team members to ensure seamless event execution and exceptional customer service.

We are looking for someone who is focussed and can work closely with various departments within the hotel fostering a collaborative environment showcasing the hotel's unique offerings and capabilities.

What we need from you:

• Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, sales, marketing, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in wedding and social event sales, preferably in a luxury hotel or event venue setting.
• Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain strong client relationships.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM software.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.

If you think this, is you, we would love to hear from you.

What’s in it for you as our Weddings and Social Events Manager?

We are part of the IHG Hotels & Resorts family, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, with a portfolio of 17 brands worldwide - which means global opportunities! Our Weddings and Social Events Manager enjoys a range of benefits including:

• £40,000 per annum plus great IHG perks!
• 31 days holiday each year, including bank holidays, this increases up to a maximum of 33 days (Pro Rated)
• We provide every employee company sick pay and life insurance
• Amazing discounts for our hotels and restaurants around the world
• Discounts from over 15,000 stores – all the way from retail to cinema
• Don’t forget, bring your friends, and take part in our generous ‘Refer a Friend’ programme!

Above all you will have space to:

Be Yourself!  We support you to be the best version of yourself within your professional and personal life. You will be able to participate in monthly well-being activities, talk to our Mental Health First Aiders and access our confidential colleague support line.

Lead Yourself!  Empowerment is key and we want to see you thrive. We want you to lead your career and we will provide you the tools and knowledge to help you get there. Whether you want to become a Mental Health First Aiders, gain Leadership Skills, become a Departmental Trainer or the next General Manager.

Make it Count! Every small or big milestone will be rewarded and celebrated as a memorable experience. Because what you do matters. You matter!

Kimpton Fitzroy London is all about providing a contemporary luxury hotel experience whilst building heartfelt human connections with guests and colleagues – we call it the Stay Human project. What more you ask? We have been named ‘The plushest pet-friendly hotel’, because our heartfelt connection does not end with humans, it is extended to our furry friends. Want to know more? Apply now as we would love to hear from you!

You are always welcome here!

 

You must meet the legal requirements to work in the UK.

 

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants crafts unique destinations that kindle heartfelt human connections. Our bespoke spaces blend spirit, style and delight to create an addictive culture of refined irreverence where locals, visitors & colleagues seamlessly connect.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.