Meeting & Events Executive Opportunity
The Court Yard Hotel, located in the heart of Leixlip, Co. Kildare, is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Meeting & Events Executive to join their team.
About the Role
This is a full-time position requiring 42.5 hours per week, working an average of 5 days over 7. While primarily Monday to Friday, flexibility is required to work weekends as needed.
Main Responsibilities
* Follow up on sales leads and schedule property site visits with current and prospective clients
* Monitor service quality via client feedback and communicate to operations team
* Compile weekly/monthly sales reports and a weekly sales activity report for the Hotel Operations Director & Operations Manager
* Plan and organise FAM Trips, site inspections and sales promotions, representing the hotel at consumer promotions, trade exhibitions, seminars and workshops
* Attend events held in the hotel and off-site when required
* Maintain regular contact with local networking groups and trade bodies
Requirements
* Strong proven track record within the hotel industry in a sales role
* Strong communications and leadership skills
* Ability to manage own work schedule/agenda
* Ability to work to deadlines
* Excellent organisational skills
* Excellent attention to detail
Benefits
* Free parking
* Free staff meals while on duty
* Group Pension Scheme
* Group Health Insurance (Reduced Rates)
* Excellent Training Opportunities
* Staff Reward & Recognition Initiatives
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP Scheme)