Events Executive
The role will focus on the Meetings Management side of the department and will involve taking client briefs and finding venue solutions for their meetings and events.
Location
Manchester UK
Employment Type
Full time
Department
Events Team
Work Location
Hybrid
Experience Level
Experience in Events either in a Hotel or Hospitality role
Key Responsibilities
- Manage day to day enquiries and bookings from a range of clients and industries.
- Negotiate with suppliers on the best possible rates and commissions.
- Build strong working relationships with clients.
- Upsell Gray Dawes services.
- Ensure the timely invoicing and reconciliation for all the bookings you are responsible for.
- Use our venue find technology (Gratis) skillfully to ensure correct data has been recorded.
Skills & Requirements
Experience
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Proficient with venue find technology, ideally Gratis
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Excellent understanding of the Events Industry, specifically around venue find, incentives and conferences
Attitude & Aptitude
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Flexible, adaptable style and approach
Skills & Knowledge
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Excellent venue knowledge within the UK and overseas
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Ability to build strong relationships with our clients
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Good supplier negotiation
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Ability to increase margins
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Proactive and positive approach to Events
Qualities
- Confidence
- Proactive and solutions focused
- Team player
- Ability to multi-task
- Remain calm under pressure
Other Requirements
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Some out of hours and bank holiday work may be required
Other Accountabilities
- Put customers first and deliver the best possible service at all times.
- Adhere to all relevant policies, operating procedures and standards at all times.
- Attend staff meetings and training sessions as required.
- Always work with due care and attention to ensure the personal safety of yourself and others.
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