Assistant Meeting & Events Manager

Assistant Meeting & Events Manager – 4* Grand Hotel, Malahide

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Meeting & Events Manager supports the planning, coordination, and delivery of meetings, conferences, weddings, banquets, and special events at the hotel. Working closely with the Meeting & Events Manager and operational departments, the successful candidate will ensure exceptional guest experiences, efficient event execution, and the achievement of departmental revenue targets.

Responsibilities will include:

• Assist in the planning, organisation, and execution of meetings, conferences, weddings, and social events.
• Liaise with clients to understand event requirements and ensure all details are accurately communicated to operational teams.
• Conduct site inspections and client show-rounds as required.
• Prepare function sheets, event orders, and event schedules, ensuring all departments are fully informed.
• Monitor event set-ups and oversee event delivery to ensure hotel standards are maintained.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients during events, resolving any issues promptly and professionally.

The ideal candidate:

· Experience working in a sales environment within the hospitality industry for a minimum of 2 years

· Target driven, with a real understanding of how to drive and convert sales

· Responsible for the coordination and administration of Conference & Banqueting, Wedding and Business Centre bookings.

· Organised and works with a sense of urgency

· Experience using the following PMS Systems would be beneficial – Opera & OSEM

In Return We Offer

• Complimentary Car Parking
• Flexible working conditions
• Extensive Learning & Development opportunties
• Discounted rates for Family & Friends across the FBD Group & Resorts & FBD Insurance 15%
• Employee Assistance Programme
• People Awards
• Bike to Work & Taxsavers Scheme
• Complimentary meals on duty