Events Planning Coordinator

Job description

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive colleagues who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences.

The ideal candidate is organized, efficient, detail oriented, engaging and has interpersonal communications skills. This candidate will represent the Event Planning Department to guests and clients as well as internally to the rest of the hotel. This position communicates with all departments in the hotel to ensure a high level of service. The candidate will communicate with groups in house and act as a liaison between On Site contacts and the Events Department. They are responsible for walking the meeting space, ensuring room sets are complete and being proactive for future events. The candidate will be responsible for providing administrative support to a team of Event and Sales Managers who book meetings and events at the hotel. Administrative tasks will include but aren't limited to - creating and organizing group files, handling billing coordination before and after a group arrives, answering phones and emails, assisting with Sales Leads, as well as supporting the Sales and Events Team in general administration. Additional duties could include; detailing banquet event orders, planning and communicating with clients, and being responsible for taking on their own groups, as assigned by the Event Planning Manager.

This is a full-time opportunity and offers several benefits, including medical, dental, vision, generous paid time off benefits, retirement plans, free hotel night stays, and much more. Previous hotel experience and computer skills are preferred and candidate must be able to work a flexible schedule.

Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you.

This is not your typical career opportunity. This is the Hyatt Touch.

Desired profile

Qualifications :

Ideally with a relevant degree or diploma in Hospitality or Tourism management. Minimum 2 years work experience within UAE is preferable. Good problem solving, communications and interpersonal skills are a must.