Wedding & Events Coordinator

Wedding & Events CoordinatorRoyal on the Park Hotel & Suites is an important part of Brisbane’s history – everyone has a story about their experience with the ‘hotel with the flags’. The people of Brisbane carry a special fondness for our hotel; couple this with our prime location close to the river overlooking the City Botanic Gardens and you’ve got a winning combination on your hands.About youWe are looking for someone special, someone who has a passion for creating memorable events, which exceed client expectations. Our next new team member will be an ambassador for our brand and this will shine through in the service they deliver to our guests. The person will be the main point of contact for weddings at the hotel and drive the friendly and dedicated service from start to finish.The roleReporting to our Conference & Events Manager, this role will encompass:Handling incoming wedding & event enquiries and responses in the first instanceProvide tailored wedding/event proposals (according to hotel standards) within a 24-hour periodResponsibility for the growth of target markets within the events categories and all market segmentsBuild and enhance client relationships via face-to-face appointments, site inspections, and represent the hotel including attendance at external events as required by the Director of Sales and MarketingGenerate reports for Financial Controller and General Manager on requestWorking in a team environment to achieve monthly KPI’s and key targetsWeekly and monthly reporting with a focus on new business opportunities and competitor analysis What we need To be a successful applicant, you will need:Previous experience in a similar events role (desirable)Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including weekends and evenings when required, however Monday to Friday is the typical working week.Ability to build strong relationships with both external and internal customersAttention to detail and excellent organisational skills a necessityPrevious experience using Opera PMS & Sales and Catering (desirable)Excellent communication and time management skills The OfferThe successful candidate will enjoy excellent working conditions, career development and training opportunities. We believe in the importance of ensuring our employees maintain a healthy work-life balance. From senior management to frontline positions, we know this balance is the key to success. Other benefits include discounts on dining, accommodation, dry cleaning and car parking AUD Brisbane 4000