Event Executive - London, United Kingdom - Marriott International, Inc

Marriott International, Inc

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London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job Number

Job Category Sales & Marketing

Location JW Marriott Grosvenor House London, 86-90 Park Lane, London, London, United Kingdom VIEW ON MAP

Schedule Full-Time

Located Remotely? N

Relocation? N

Position Type Non-Management

Marriott International portfolio of brands includes both JW Marriott and Marriott Hotels.

JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 110 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you're happy, our guests will be happy. It's as simple as that. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you'll be part of a community and enjoy a true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can really pursue your passions in a luxury environment. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That's The JW Treatment.

Grosvenor House Located on Park Lane in the heart of Mayfair, our distinguished 5-star hotel offers exceptional accommodation, epicurean delights and sweeping views over Hyde Park. This grand 5-star hotel celebrated its 90th anniversary in 2019. JW Marriott Grosvenor House London welcomes celebrities, royalty and business leaders to Mayfair throughout its history and continues to do so. London is on the doorstep, the hotel is a stone's throw from Bond Street, Knightsbridge, Regent Street, Buckingham Palace, V&A, Natural History & Science museums and the West End. Our guests are able to experience modern luxury in a place where they can be mindful and present, and indulge in the inspired service and nourishing surroundings.

We welcome you to join our global and diverse family and are currently recruiting for an Event Executive.

Your positive energy and people-pleasing mindset are an important part of why our guests continue to choose us as their hotel of choice.

Every day presents a new opportunity to interact with associates from all over the world, giving you new inspiration and perspective where training and developing is at the core of everything we do for our people.

What you'll do as one of Event Executives:

As one of our Event Executives, you would form part of the extensive Event Management team and will be keenly focused on delivering exceptional experiences for our guests who attend large scale events in a variety of event spaces.

The role is key to supporting the Event Managers to ensure all the Hotel events are executed with consistently high-level service throughout the event transaction.

Time management, attention to detail and good organisation are key skills, as is the ability to connect and build rapport with a diverse range of colleagues and customers.

A sense of teamwork, self-awareness and cooperation are required to fulfil the role and also help to maintain the very positive working environment.

Event Manager rewards and lifestyle benefits:

An opportunity to be part of an award winning international brand where we celebrate your unique talent
Explore Rate discounted room rates for you, your friends and family in Marriott properties worldwide
20% off across food and beverage outlets in Marriott properties worldwide
Recognition programmes and associate awards to appreciate outstanding talent
Wellbeing and community engagement activities on and off property
Bike Scheme and Travel Ticket Loan available for all associates
20 days holidays (excluding 8 Bank Holidays)
Workplace Pension Scheme & Life assurance
Meals on duty, uniform provided and laundered free of charge
World class training and development programmes tailored to enhancing your skills and help you grow
Work alongside talented, award winning and experienced hospitality professionals

What we're looking for

Background in Hospitality and / or an events related discipline
Looking to move into a supervisory Event Management role
Great conversational and presentation skills and teamwork spirit
Positive outlook and outgoing personality
Service oriented demeanor
Previous event experience
A good understanding of event operations would be useful

Connect your passions with a rewarding opportunity
You're a hospitality enthusiast who really enjoys making others feel at home.

When you work with us, you'll get to train and develop and meet people from all over the world as you build your experience.

Join us and grow through opportunities to explore the business, opening yourself to various career options. No matter your path, we'll make sure you feel right at home.

In line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, we do require all applicants to have the eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom.

Documentation will be required.