Mount Juliet Estate, a Marriott Autograph Collection, is a 5* Resort, set in 500 acres of rich and historic Irish countryside. Whether it is the elegant grandeur of a magnificent Georgian Manor House or the chic sophistication of Hunter's Yard, our two residences draw on centuries of local Irish heritage to weave a rich tapestry of vibrant stories.
We are proudly certified as a Failte Ireland Outstanding Employer, and we warmly welcome you to add your own experience to Mount Juliet Estate's ever evolving story.We have a fantastic vacancy for an Events Manager to join the team.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversee the daily operations of the Events office, including managing team members and the inbox, to ensure performance goals are met and departmental budgets are achieved.
Provide training, support, and guidance to Reactive Team members to ensure high performance and skill development.
Take responsibility for coordinating event logistics with clients, ensuring accurate information is captured and passed on to the Operations Team via Function sheets.
Drive business growth within the Group Segment, focusing on achieving budget goals and maximizing revenue from room hire, food & beverage, and room bookings.
Manage the PM account, ensuring all billing procedures are accurately followed in Opera.
Collaborate with the proactive sales team to align on strategy and ensure departmental budgets are met.
Train and mentor staff to meet company standards and adhere to Standard Operating Procedures.
Exhibit strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills to maintain effective team dynamics.
Handle cash and credit card payments, ensuring proper reconciliation and check-outs at the end of each day's trading.
Demonstrate excellent delegation, negotiation, and people management abilities to ensure smooth operations.
Ensure clear handovers between shifts and outline specific goals and responsibilities for each team member.
Proficient in using email, Microsoft Word, with a solid understanding of general office software.ADDITIONAL DUTIES: Adhere to all regulations in respect of health & safety, hygiene, guest safety, fire regulations, emergency procedures, and other hotel policies.
To comply with any reasonable request by the Director of Sales and Marketing.
To attend in house meetings and events To attend training courses as directed.
To ensure flexibility in assisting colleagues regarding event details and site inspections.
To ensure a professional appearance and demeanour is always portrayed in dealing with internal & external customers.
To assist with any other related duties, which may be assigned from time to time.
To be flexible in terms of hours worked and attendance at morning/evening functions where appropriate.Minimum Requirements:Previous similar experienceGood audio-visual and computer skillsAbility to use own initiativeFriendly outgoing personality and excellent customer service skillsFlexible regarding working hoursFull Clean Driving LicenceBenefits Include:Competitive PayInternational Hotel discountsStaff MealUniformTraining & Continuous Professional DevelopmentComplimentary Health Club AccessWhy join our team?Be part of an award-winning, certified Best in Hospitality, globally recognized luxury hotel.Collaborate with a passionate and dynamic team dedicated to excellence.Enjoy competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.Shape the future of an iconic brand while creating unforgettable guest experiences.This is an excellent opportunity for an individual to progress their career in the luxury hotel industry with a supportive and ambitious employer.We look forward to hearing from you