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Director of Groups and Events - Knightsbridge, London

Employer
The Carlton Tower Jumeirah
Location
Knightsbridge, London
Salary
Excellent Salary and company benefits
Closing date
23 May 2022

Director of Groups and Events - Knightsbridge, London

We are currently seeking a passionate Director of Groups and Events to join the team here at The Carlton Tower Jumeirah and Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel.

Situated in the heart of Knightsbridge, one of London’s most exclusive neighbourhoods, and towering high over a world- class shopping destination, Sloane Street, The Carlton Tower Jumeirah is a beacon of sophistication where heritage meets contemporary luxury. The hotel has been reinvented for a new generation of discerning guests with elegant, timeless interiors complemented by the most spectacular views.

Featuring an exciting collection of restaurants and bars and a world-class fitness club and spa, the hotel will be embraced by its affluent local community as well as sophisticated international travellers as the place to reside, rejuvenate and celebrate in Knightsbridge.

About the role

As the Director of Groups and Events you will be responsible for leading the relaunch of The Carlton Tower on to the London Events scene. Following our two-year complete refurbishment, the you will be the driver in rebuilding the Groups and Events offering of The Carlton Tower and Jumeirah Lowndes hotel and establishing a strong presence within the Luxury events market.

You will be responsible for attaining groups room revenue as well as achieving banqueting revenue goals. Our Director of Groups and Events will ensure that all event enquires are responded to in a timely manner and ensuring to maximise revenue and utilisation of meeting space.

Working under the direction of the Director of Sales and Marketing, you will lead a team of 2 to lead the implementation of the Events strategy within the UK Market. This role will undertake sales calls and presentations to develop relationships across local networks. You will build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and provide excellent customer service to both internal and external clients.

You will be a avid learner with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. You will possess strong customer care skills and the ability to work under pressure with excellent attention to detail. This is an exciting opportunity for a Director of Events to join our newly renovated hotel in the heart of Knightsbridge.

The successful candidate will have the following experience and skills:

  • Previous experience as a Director of Events or Head of Groups and Events for a minimum of 3 years within a luxury 5 star environment is desirable
  • Current experience within a hotel or similar environment
  • Be able to demonstrate experience within the purchasing department
  • Excellent level of English
  • Excellent communicator and able to connect with all levels in the business with the ability to motivate your colleagues.
  • Effective organisational skills; able to prioritise tasks and self-manage a workload
  • Excellent personal presentation with a warm and welcoming personality.
  • Friendly, approachable and professional
  • Have a strong eye for detail

At Jumeirah, we are committed to encouraging and developing our colleagues in world class environments. We value diversity and provide equal opportunities, employing over 14,000 colleagues from over 140 different countries including locations in Asia Pacific, CIS, Central Asia, Western and Eastern Europe, South America, Africa and the Middle East.

We want you to do well from the beginning, so we’ll give you every chance to impress during the recruitment process. We promise our colleagues a warm welcome and will help you feel part of our Jumeirah family from day one. You can rely on us to support you as you settle into your journey with us and make Jumeirah ‘Your Place to Shine’.

In return we offer:

  • 50% Food and Beverage discounts across Jumeirah Hotels and Resorts globally
  • Preferential room rates across Jumeirah Hotels and Resorts globally
  • Free meals on duty
  • Dry cleaning of uniforms / office attire
  • 28 days paid annual leave including bank holidays
  • Extra day of holiday for significant birthdays
  • Interest free season ticket loan
  • Recognition and Social calendar
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Excellent training and development opportunities
  • Internal transfer and promotion opportunities

If you have passion and ambition that sets you apart from your peers, if you can deliver true craftsmanship and quality with charm and flair then join us in creating the best team in the business.

 

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