Job Description
Location: McWilliam Park Hotel, Kilcolman Road
Join our fabulous team at McWilliam Park Hotel as a Meetings & Events Executive. This is an entry level position which provides an excellent opportunity for one developing a career in Event Management.
About McWilliam Park
The McWilliam Park Hotel is a Failte Ireland approved luxurious four-star hotel. The atmosphere is warm and friendly, making it a popular hotel for celebrating special occasions like weddings or to enjoy a romantic break or family getaway.
Responsibilities:
* Ensure all Meetings and Events administration standards are met as per current Minimum Standards such as a 24-hour response time to enquiries and correspondence and maintain system for active follow-up.
* Utilise Hotsoft input/booking procedures as per current Standards.
* Coordination of corporate events including show rounds of hotel and meeting rooms.
* Coordination of wedding arrangements with bride and groom, including initial hotel and grounds tour, reception plans, and proposals.
* Site Inspections with clients when required.
* Daily office administration duties in collaboration with the Events team.
* Sales responsibilities include showing potential customers around the hotel and upselling every department, as well as looking for new business opportunities through cold calling, telephone sales, mail shots, and other methods.
* Build network in organizations that may directly or indirectly impact our business as appropriate.
* Research market trends and generate new ideas for service and products that will maintain a Competitive and leading edge over our competitive set.
* Assist in Meeting and Events Department if required.
* Attend Sales and Marketing Meetings and any other internal meetings where required.
* Flexible working hours as the business requires (can be early morning, late night or at weekends).
Requirements:
* Third level education in Event Management, Hospitality or Sales desirable.
* Excellent interpersonal skills.
* Excellent business acumen and innovation to grow Events.
* Meticulous attention to detail.
* Immaculate grooming/presentation.
* Intermediate computer skills.
* Fluent English.
* Ambition in the area of Sales and Events.
* Previous experience desirable.
* Excellent customer service, professional etiquette, communication (oral and written), negotiation skills, corporate networking.
Perks and Benefits of working at the McWilliam Park Hotel:
* Very competitive salary.
* PRSA pension scheme.
* Career progression opportunities across the Windward group.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Digital Wellness Programme.
* Complimentary, high quality meals on duty including breakfast, lunch & dinner.
* Complimentary barista-style coffee.
* Discounted room & dining rates in Windward properties for you as well as friends and family.
* Refer-a-friend scheme.
* Training and development opportunities dedicated to your development.
* Employee awards & staff recognition scheme including employee of the month, long service awards, team recognition days and random treat days.
* Cycle-to-work scheme.
Closing Date: Friday 2nd May, 2025
Contract Type: fulltime
Salary: Based on Experience
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Sales and Business Development
Industries
Hospitality
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