SummaryPark Hyatt Washington is seeking an experienced leader with at least 2 years of event planning experience to join the Sales, Events, and Marketing team as an Event Planning Manager. Not only will you be a part of an elite luxury service team, but you will get to be part of our hotel which was recognized by Travel + Leisure's World's Best Awards as a top 10 hotel in the world!
Qualifications: - Must have 2 years of event planning experience (luxury hotel experience preferred)
- A genuine desire to anticipate and meet client needs in a fast-paced environment.
- Refined verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organization, attention to detail, and follow-through.
- Proficiency in general computer knowledge (experience with hotel event systems preferred)
- Ability to manage event details, coordinate across departments, and resolve issues with professionalism.
Key Responsibilities: The Event Planning Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing group events contracted by the Sales team while delivering an exceptional client experience from pre-planning through event completion. The ideal candidate will be proactive, solutions-oriented, and committed to building strong client relationships by anticipating needs and resolving challenges with professionalism and the highest commitment to luxury service.
Duties will include but are not limited to:
• Coordinate and plan meetings, events, and group functions
• Serve as the primary contact for clients throughout the event planning process
• Administer sales agreements, detailing food and beverage, audiovisual, and event requirements
• Work closely with Sales, Operations, Culinary, and other departments to ensure successful event execution
• Communicate event details, timelines, and special requests to all relevant teams
• Conduct site tours for groups and clients
• Monitor events and address client needs or concerns
• Maintain accurate event records, contracts, and documentation in Hyatt systems
• Review and reconcile event billing with clients and the Finance team
• Manage room blocks and billing instructions
• Attend and lead event planning and group resume meetings
• Meet or exceed annual revenue and service goals
• Other duties as assigned
Salary: Starting salary range is $65,000 - $85,000 plus bonus eligibility, depending on experience.
Benefits: • Medical, dental, and vision insurance at 30 days
• Free Room Nights, Discounted Room Rates, and Friends & Family Room Rates
• 401(k) retirement matching plan (up to 4%)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid family bonding time and adoption assistance
• Complimentary employee meals
• Discounts at various retailers - Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace, and many more!
