Marriott Jobs

Job Number 24099980

Job Category Event Management

Location Pier One Sydney Harbour Autograph Collection, 11 Hickson Road, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Schedule Full-Time

Located Remotely? N

Relocation? N

Position Type Management

Your Opportunity

A fantastic opportunity is available to join our talented Events team, at an exciting time of growth and development for our brand. The Wedding & Social event manager will have an exceptional opportunity to take ownership of all wedding and social events at Pier One Sydney Harbour Hotel.

You will be able to develop your skills while being motivated by the Sydney lifestyle, surrounded by major Sydney icons. With no two guests being alike, our service style reflects this. We believe in delivering mind-blowing service, tailored to the unique needs of our guests.

Reporting to the Director of Events, core work activities include:

• Event planning and execution (this is not a sales role)

• Responsible for preparing Event & Wedding documentation

• Coordinating Weddings and Social events

• Delivering bespoke experiences for clients – understanding that no two events are the same

• Recognising opportunities to maximize revenue opportunities through up-selling and offering enhancements to create outstanding events

• Developing and maintaining strong and profitable relationships with new and returning clients

• Partnering with Wedding couples to deliver on their Wedding vision

• Collaborate with the Wedding Sales team to plan and execute Wedding Expos and partner events

• Coordinate with suppliers, vendors and partners to arrange wedding day logistics, bump ins, timings and layouts

• Manage communication of event details with internal stakeholders while effectively managing event budgets

• Advise and assist with menu and beverage planning, including pre-wedding tastings

• Meet and greet with the couple on the day of the wedding, check room set up, review run sheet, communicate final details to culinary and banquet teams

• Follow up with the couple post wedding day to offer congratulations, gain any feedback on the event and finalize billing and invoicing

Skills, Education and Experience

• A genuinely warm & welcoming demeanor

• Wedding Planner experience

• Personable communication skills

• Availability to work weekends (a must, given the nature of the role)

• Display a growth mindset

• Believe in the benefits of energising and motivating others

• Display a passion for both the Hospitality and Wedding industry

• A desire to innovate and create, our guests come to experience a life less ordinary

• Relevant qualifications in Hospitality, Events and/or similar discipline with 3-5 years minimum experience within the Event/Wedding industry.

Perks and Rewards:

• Discounts on Hotel rooms within the Marriott International group

• Discounts on Food & Beverage

• Flexible working policy

• Endless training opportunities with Pier One Sydney Harbour and globally recognised programs by Marriott International

• Employee Assistance Program

• Complimentary duty meals

• Complimentary barista coffee every day

The Autograph Collection is a growing collection of four and five-star independent hotels, each offering unique and memorable experiences. Each hotel is thoughtfully chosen for its quality, originality, bold character, and ability to offer today’s traveler a range of unique experiences suited to their individual sense of style and adventure. All Autograph Collection hotels look to attract The Individualist, the brand's target consumer. The Individualist is someone who uses travel as an opportunity to add to their personal narrative – in essence they are hand selecting our hotels whether for personal or corporate travel because it is much more than simply a place to rest. In joining Autograph Collection, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global​ team, and become the best version of you.