Event Manager

Position : Event Manager

Employer : Hospitality International Group Limited

Location : Auckland Region

Job Type : Full-time,

• hours per week

Duration : Permanent

Salary / Wage : $

We are Hospitality International Group Limited.

Due to business development, we are currently seeking an Event Manager who will be responsible for the planning, execution, and management of wedding receptions, events, functions, and banquets held at our venue, Settlers Country Manor.

Settlers Country Manor is a premium venue located in Kumeu, West Auckland, offering a magnificent setting for wedding receptions and ceremonies, event spaces, luxury accommodation, dining experiences, and catering facilities.

Key Responsibilities

Meeting and Consultation with clients for their needs, preference and budgets, and providing them with the options and quotations of the event.

Based on clients' budgets and needs, provide clients with tailored services, including event arrangements, timelines, cost, equipment hire, catering, and logistics and etc.

Arrange, coordinate and oversee event setup and execution on-site, to ensure smooth delivery and troubleshoot any issues as they arise; develop contingency plans for unexpected events.

Organise and liaise with various contractors, e.g photographers, DJ, band and florists , etc

Supervises temporary staff required for events.

Participate in media and marketing initiatives to promote our venue and services across multiple channels.

Develop new clients and maintain strong relationships with existing ones; gather feedbacks from clients and attendees, and identify areas for improvement.

Ensure a safe environment for participants, minimising risks, complying with local regulations and implementing control measures.

We are looking for :

NZQF Diploma or above in Business or Management, or 3 years of relevant experience in substitution for qualification.

Strong customer service skills and the ability to build and maintain long-term partnerships with clients

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and spoken

Familiar with relevant regulations and popular types of streaming media

Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure

Strong data analysis and budgeting skills

Proven experience in the hospitality industry is preferred