Searcys
Events Manager
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Searcys Events Manager Opportunity
Searcys are looking for an Events Manager to join the team at 30 Euston Square. As an Events Manager, you will support with the successful delivery of the Food & Beverage Events Operation.
About the Venue
30 Euston Square is a Grade II* listed award-winning events venue in a perfect central London location. From meeting and conference spaces to private dining and rooftop terraces, the venue offers an iconic setting for any occasion.
Benefits
As an Events Manager, you will receive the following industry-leading benefits:
- 50% discount across Searcys venues
- Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
- Up to 38 days annual leave (dependent on job role)
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
- Employee assistance program and qualified Mental Health First Aiders
- Meals are provided on shift when working within one of our venues
- Your birthday off to celebrate in style
- A day off to volunteer/give back to the charity of your choice
- A wide selection of Searcys Ibelong Events
Job Description
As an Events Manager you will be responsible for the managing and planning of all bookings in accordance with company or site policies and procedures and in accordance with pre-approved parameters to ensure brand reputation is protected and profit margins are maintained.
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: £36,500
Key Responsibilities
- To demonstrate thorough knowledge of our products, prices, facilities, policies and procedures from either the venue or from client (when applicable).
- To manager/oversee the booking diary to ensure all bookings are been attended to in a timely manner (sufficient lead time to manage all aspects of the event).
- To proactively develop and maintain relationships with key accounts
- To represent 30 Euston Square in a professional and cordial manner when interacting with clients, work colleagues and industry peers.
- To effectively manage all bookings allocated to you whilst overseeing progress of booking allocated to junior member of the team to ensure the event pack is ready at the agreed date/time by management.
- To ensure thorough knowledge with both the Internal and External Hire Agreement between venue and the hirer, including, but not limited to all cancelation policy.
- To ensure thorough knowledge of internal and external rates
- To ensure all accounting procedures, including but not limited to administration of deposit invoice, deposit credit notes and debt are processed and managed in an efficient manner.
- To ensure that under no circumstances, and unless authorised by the general manager, events take place at 30 Euston Square without relevant deposit payments reaching our bank account prior to event date.
- To demonstrate competitor awareness and carry out competitor analysis when required.
- To process and manage all client requirements in accordance with building, client or company policies to ensure compliance of food, health and safety at all times.
- To book, when necessary, third party approved suppliers such as entertainment and/or equipment hire as agreed in written by the client. To manage these booking alongside main event, in scenario that main event date changes.
- To ensure all Health, Hygiene and Safety requirements are being adhered to as described in the Searcy Health & Safety Policy.
- To attend all meetings and training courses as requested by the Senior event Manager.
- To carry out any other reasonable duties as required to achieve the objectives and targets of the sales and events team.
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- Excellent product knowledge
- Strong business acumen
- Leads by example
- Excellent communication skills, internally and externally
- Responds quickly to drive business through periods of low demand
- Takes the initiative
- Excellent time management
- Supportive / Team player
- Financially astute
- Proactive in all sales and marketing
- Strong presentation skills
- Target Driven
- Experience in managing and leading a team
- Understands the MICE Market
Additional Information
We are the oldest caterer in the UK, having been founded in 1847, working with us will give you an opportunity to be part of some of London’s most prestigious events, gaining insights and mentoring from skilled and experienced colleagues, as well as getting a chance to be part of a storied legacy in the hospitality industry.
A career at Searcys means you are part of something special, we are an employer with a rich history, and an established reputation which will provide you with an enormous sense of pride and belonging.
To find out more on the rich history of Searcys, please visit our website at www.searcys.co.uk
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