Events Housing Specialist - London, United Kingdom - Live Recruitment
Description
Remote working & flexible start time - Incredibly unique opportunity to work with the US based team of a global travel and events agency - this is a truly fantastic chance for a passionate events professional to propel their career in an amazing environment.
THE COMPANY
This fantastic company is an industry leader, having been consistently growing its services, client base and reputation for over 20 years and now employing close to 500 people. They offer a wide range of services including event management, business and group travel, venue finding and event technology across a broad client base with a heavy leaning towards professional services.
Events can range from a VIP meeting in London for 50 delegates, to a high-end meeting for 300 or a partner conference for up to 2,000 across the globe
THE ROLE
As Events Housing Specialist, you will be responsible for managing accommodation needs for a range of dedicated client accounts. Responsibilities include:
Liaising with clients on specific needs
Organising accommodation requirements
Managing coordination of hotel suppliers
Managing room allocations, reservations and individual guest requests
Building relationships with all stakeholders
Monitoring bookings to avoid cancellation costs
Negotiating rates and commissions
Communicating all final arrangements with guests
Paying invoices and creating financial reports
Supporting the wider team where required
THE CANDIDATE
We are looking for candidates who are ambitious and passionate about the events industry. Individuals must have proven administrative experience within the events sector and show a high level of attention to detail and organisation. Any experience managing housing and accommodation requirements for events would be beneficial.
Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions. If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit live- to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.
As a specialist events recruitment agency we help our clients build the most talented and diverse teams in the UK. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, embracing diversity across all intersecting dimensions, including ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, well-being, abilities, and neurodiversity.
We are dedicated to ensuring a supportive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations for any reason, please do not hesitate to let us know.
Vacancy Ref: LKS12016