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Weddings And Social Event Executive

United Kingdom, Hanbury · Job Posted May 29, 2026
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Job Description

This position is part of the Sales & Events team who are responsible for reactive group sales attached or not to events and weddings. By application of strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills this position is responsible for preparing all event documentation and coordinating with hotel departments and the customers to ensure consistent, high-level service throughout pre-, during and post-event phases of all events, administration of contracts and inputting group bookings/rooming lists into Opera booking system. The Events Executive must have impeccable attention to detail and exceptional organisational skills to be able to competently deliver all aspects of the role to the expected standard. The ability to multitask, prioritise and use your initiative are key skills required for this role. This role will have direct client interaction and admin work.

Job Responsibility

  • To make a pre and post event call to organizers in order to maintain the relationship and to gain future business
  • Effectively manages customer budgets to maximize revenue and meet customer needs to expand customer base for group/catering sales opportunities
  • To liaise with the Revenue team to ensure that rooms strategy is implemented appropriately
  • To understand the product we offer, including event space, room types/layouts, capacities, and event/restaurant menus
  • To conduct site visits, including walk-in appointments and participate in FAM Trips in a professional manner, demonstrating a full knowledge of the hotel products and services, and tailoring the benefits to meet the guests' needs
  • To ensure that all diary entries are up to date with booking status, date booking taken, client details and telephone contact details and activities up to date
  • To ensure forecasted event & group revenue is up to date at all times
  • To build group bookings in all systems involved and book individual reservations related to events, to ensure that routings and billing instructions are correct
  • To work every other Saturday and occasional evenings

Requirements

  • Previous experience within Hotel Industry preferred - Experience in Weddings & Events, Opera booking system, Sales Force and specifically in dealing with groups/catering and delegations are highly desirable
  • Goal driven: commitment towards achieving hotel's and team goals
  • Ability to adapt - Maintains performance level under pressure or when experiencing changes or challenges in the workplace
  • Passion for Sales and understanding of processes
  • can effectively up sell products and services
  • can bring a sale to closure
  • Strong communication skills (verbal, listening, writing)
  • Confident, positive and proactive attitude and mind-set
  • Able to work alone and within a team
  • Excellent telephone etiquette
  • Strong customer development and relationship management skills
  • Effective decision making skills
  • Good time management
  • Strong organizational skills
  • A strong level of English, both written and verbal is essential for this role
  • High school diploma or GED
  • experienced (1 - 2 years of experience) in the Reservations/ Event Booking Center or related professional area

What we offer

  • Competitive Salary + 28 days holiday including bank holidays increasing to a maximum of 35 days with each year of service
  • Service Charge
  • Discount in our Vardons Restaurant/Spa/Golf
  • Length of service rewards
  • Monthly/yearly recognition schemes
  • Extensive training both internally and externally
  • World-class career opportunities internationally within Marriott hotels tailored to your specific needs
  • Heavily discounted room rates for you & friends and family
  • Professional learning and development opportunities
  • Complimentary meals on duty
  • Complimentary dry cleaning - we want you to look smart and well-groomed at all times
  • Complimentary use of Gym - because your well-being is important
  • Annual parties, Christmas lunches, Summer BBQ's and Easter celebrations
  • Pension scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Access to major high street discounts so you can treat your friends and family

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