Events Manager

Lime Hospitality are currently recruiting for experienced and commercially driven Events Managers to join a range of established hotels, wedding venues, conference centres and event spaces across Oxfordshire, Warwickshire and Birmingham
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This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Events Manager who enjoys combining client relationship management, event sales and operational delivery
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You will be responsible for managing events from initial enquiry through to completion, ensuring every client receives an exceptional experience while maximising revenue and commercial opportunities for the venue.

• Manage the full event journey from initial enquiry through to event completion.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, corporate customers and event organisers.
• Handle event enquiries, consultations, site visits and proposals.
• Prepare and negotiate quotations, packages and contracts.
• Identify opportunities to upsell additional services and increase event revenue.
• Develop new business opportunities and maintain an active sales pipeline.
• Manage weddings, private functions, corporate events, conferences and other large-scale events.
• Coordinate with operational teams, chefs, suppliers and external contractors.
• Produce detailed event plans and function sheets.
• Conduct pre-event meetings and client briefings.
• Ensure events are delivered within agreed budgets and to the required standards.
• Manage event budgets, invoicing and financial performance.
• Oversee event set-up, delivery and breakdown.
• Manage and motivate event teams to deliver exceptional service.
• Resolve client queries and operational issues quickly and professionally.
• Monitor customer feedback and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and sales activity.
• Work closely with senior management to achieve revenue and occupancy targets.
• Ensure all events comply with Health & Safety, licensing and food safety requirements.

We are looking for an experienced Events Manager with a genuine passion for hospitality and events.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience in an Events Manager, Senior Events Coordinator or similar role.
• Experience with in a hotel, wedding venue, conference centre, events venue or hospitality environment.
• Strong sales and business development skills.
• Excellent client relationship management skills.
• Experience managing multiple events simultaneously.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of revenue generation.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Confidence dealing with clients, suppliers and senior stakeholders.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Experience managing event teams.
• The ability to remain calm and solutions-focused in a fast-paced environment.
• A flexible approach to working evenings and weekends when required.

Experience in one or more of the following would be advantageous:

• Weddings
• Corporate events
• Conferences and meetings
• Private dining
• Large-scale events
• Gala dinners
• Christmas parties
• Awards ceremonies
• Venue sales
• Hospitality sales
• Event catering