Event Manger/ Senior Executive

Summary:

You will be on the frontline of providing exceptional customer service and event management for clients and VIPs. You'll work in a lively and energetic environment, delivering delicious food and creating memorable experiences for their guests.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Attend to and engage all incoming inquiries pertaining to events including meetings, weddings, birthday parties, cocktail events, functions, and social events.
2. Qualify each business opportunity based on budget and attendance.
3. Determine availability of space based on yield management principles.
4. Present unique selling points to prospective clients to gain an advantage over the competition.
5. Conduct site inspections, client requirement gathering, and event kick-offs.
6. Be a one-stop shop from inquiry to successful delivery of the event.
7. Be on hand on the actual day of the event to assist the client and ensure a flawless event.
8. Communicate all facets of the event to the operational support team, including banquet operations, florists, chefs, audio-visual technicians, front office, and room service.
9. Understand competitors’ strengths and weaknesses, as well as their pricing and packages.
10. Take on ad-hoc projects as assigned by the Director of Events Management.
11. Curate and maintain a targeted potential client list of corporates and organizations.
12. Schedule meetings to visit and present our premises and corporate affiliations.
13. Actively report and update management and H.O. Ds on all bookings and appointments.
14. Drive database growth.

Qualifications/Skills and Abilities:

1. At least one (1) year of experience in a similar capacity in a luxury hotel, restaurant, or relevant industry.
2. Good team player.
3. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
4. Passionate, self-driven, and takes initiative.
5. Demonstrable organizational skills, with a good eye for detail.
6. Excellent computer knowledge of PC environments with proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, writing, and proofing skills are also required.
7. Ability to work independently, organized, dependable, and detail-oriented.

Additional Information:

• Salary: $3,500 – $5,500 (Based on Experience)
• Location: Changi Village
• Comprehensive Health Insurance
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.

Summary of Role Requirements:

• Flexible hours available.
• 1 year of relevant work experience required for this role.
• Work visa can be provided for this role.
• Expected start date for role: 01 December 2024.
• Expected salary: $3,500 - $5,500 per month.