Director of Events

About the Role
We are seeking an accomplished and visionary Director of Events to lead our Events Department and oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of world-class events at our luxury 5-star property. The ideal candidate will bring extensive leadership experience in high-end hospitality, with a proven ability to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maximize revenue, and position the hotel as a premier destination for MICE and social events.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Events team in planning, organizing, and executing events, ensuring the highest standards of service and guest satisfaction.

• Develop and implement event sales strategies to achieve departmental and hotel revenue targets.

• Build and maintain strong client relationships with corporate, leisure, and social accounts.

• Partner with Sales, F&B, Culinary, and Operations teams to ensure seamless event delivery.

• Oversee contract negotiations, pricing strategies, and event packages to optimize profitability.

• Monitor departmental KPIs, budgets, and forecasts, ensuring cost efficiency and maximum revenue generation.

• Represent the hotel at industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities.

• Drive innovation in event concepts, experiences, and offerings to maintain a competitive edge in the market.

• Provide leadership, training, and performance management to the Events team, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive events management experience in a luxury 5-star hotel or leading events venue.

• Strong expertise in MICE, weddings, and social events with a proven record of successful large-scale event execution.

• Excellent leadership and people management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.

• Exceptional negotiation, presentation, and communication skills.

• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance revenue generation and guest experience.

• Deep understanding of local and international markets, trends, and client expectations.

• Fluency in English is required; additional languages are an advantage.