Events Coordinator

Manpower is seeking to recruit an Events Coordinator to join our client's amazing team.

Responsibilities:

• Receive, handle, and convert meetings, events and group inquiries.
• Plan events in conjunction with the client.
• Present and sell available and suitable banquet/event options to the highest possible standard.
• Coordinate and carry on venue viewing with potential clients.
• Ensure that administrative work is up-to-date and maintain updated files on active accounts within their area.
• Establish and maintain a high level of communication and effective relations with colleagues and clients.
• Collect information and build a database of clients history.
• Ensure that all refused business is recorded with reasons for refusal or decline.
• Issue contracts and function orders for confirmed business
• Assist the Events Manager in the production of weekly and monthly reports, statistics and forecasts.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar position
• Previous experience in hotel operations is a must
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Outgoing personality and smart appearance
• Excellent verbal and written English language; Knowledge of the Maltese language will be considered an advantage.
• A problem solver able to think on their feet.
• A natural leader who demonstrates attention to detail
• A people person able to work in a team, and flexible hours
• Computer literate