Assistant Groups & Events Manager Full-time Job

2 weeks ago   Project Management   Abu Dhabi   42 views Reference: 36634
Job Details

You will be one of the principal pillars of the hotel, passionately and enthusiastically directing day-to-day activities of the groups & events by driving the business results. As Assistant Manager of groups and events you will be involved in event sales forecasting with the Revenue Manager and also developing special events and sales blitzes to showcase the hotel to potential clients. You will develop rapports with key clients and feel comfortable taking risks by entering into new markets. You will have a presence at trade shows and major market events, locally and nationally, to promote new business and increase sales for the hotel.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in any related field

At least one year experience in hotel groups and events

Experience in luxury hotel brands

Passionate seller and excellent communication skills

Ability to influence and persuade with excellent negotiation skills

Company Description
Anantara. The word in Sanskrit means "without end" and evokes the freedom, movement and harmony that are the spirit of the Anantara experience and culture.
Since the Anantara experience was born in 2001 in Thailand, operating within one of Asia Pacifics largest lifestyle companies Minor International, we have successfully expanded to Anantara Hotels & Resorts across Vietnam, China, Indonesia, the Maldives, the Middle East and Africa. As a result of our evolution, we attract passionate people looking to discover a meaningful, rewarding career and capitalise on our continued growth.
Our promise to our guests is that Anantara will bring story collecting travellers closer to local cultures and experiences with luxurious and heartfelt hospitality in exotic destinations.
Our promise to our team members is that we will provide a professional and grounded environment, offering growth, development and inspiring future opportunities.
A passion for genuine, heartfelt hospitality is a prerequisite for working with Anantara, as is professionalism and a drive to succeed. Demonstrating just as much character as the hotels and resorts they work in, our team members are the heart and soul of Anantara providing expertise and grounded hospitality that has made us renowned throughout the world.