Edwardian Hotels London
Events and Groups Planning Manager
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Events and Groups Planning Manager
Join the UK’s most dynamic collection of Hotels and Restaurants
At Edwardian Hotels London, it’s the people who create unforgettable memories for our guests. We are always looking for hospitality professionals to join our family and bring new ideas to how we can provide the best possible experience.
Our Values: Having Integrity, being Ambitious, and always Quality-Driven.
We thrive in a rewarding, fulfilling, and fun environment, and we welcome talented individuals who want to work alongside like-minded passionate people in a company that recognises and rewards dedication and growth.
At Edwardian Hotels London, we are committed to being the best place to work—officially recognised as a Great Place to Work. Our culture prioritises wellbeing and development.
Recruitment Opportunity: Groups and Events Planning Executive
Location: The May Fair Hotel
Overview
The Groups and Events Planning Executive role involves managing and delivering the final details for our clients' events. Key responsibilities include:
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- Maintaining effective and appropriate liaison with clients throughout the planning process.
- Co-ordinating planning site inspections and menu tastings where necessary.
- Meeting and greeting key clients upon arrival for their events.
- Attending weekly events meetings with the F&B and Operations teams to discuss upcoming events.
Our Requirements
- In-depth knowledge of Groups and Events Planning within a multi-million-pound meetings and events revenue generating 4- or 5-star hotel operation.
- Proven organisational skills—work well independently while setting and meeting deadlines with quality results.
- Proficient in IT applications, including Opera, Delphi, and Salesforce.
- Strong sales and negotiation skills.
- Confident and charismatic, with the ability to establish rapport effectively.
- Fluent in written and spoken English.
Our Benefits Package
- Competitive salary
- 28 days of annual holiday (including Bank Holidays, increasing with long service)
- On-site complimentary meals, salad bar, and unlimited beverages
- Recommend a Friend Scheme: up to £500 per friend referred
- Annual complimentary night stays at any of our hotels
- Preferential accommodation rates for hosts, family, and friends
- Access to an exclusive discount shopping platform
- Auto-enrolment into a company pension scheme
- Regular social events across all hotels
- Annual company recognition events (held in January)
- Wellbeing champions promoting health and support
- Access to our in-house company doctor for medical and occupational health support
- Edwardian Academy online learning platform for career development
- Promotion opportunities with access to a wide range of training programs
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Eligibility
In compliance with the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Applicants will need to provide documented evidence of their eligibility during the recruitment process.
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