Senior Event Planning Manager

Hyatt - Dallas, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Dallas, TX

Accommodation

About the position

The Senior Event Planning Manager at Hyatt is a pivotal role focused on managing and executing large-scale events, with a capacity of up to 1,100 rooms on peak. This position serves as the primary liaison between meeting planners and hotel staff, ensuring seamless communication and execution of event details. The role offers opportunities for career growth within a recognized team and is part of a company that values exceptional service and employee well-being.

Responsibilities

• Act as the liaison between Meeting Planners and hotel staff.
• Administer the Sales agreement for events.
• Detail all Food, Beverage, and A/V needs for events.
• Manage room blocks and pick-up for events.
• Conduct planning site visits and host pre/post conferences.
• Ensure smooth execution of events and review final group bills.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3-5 years of hotel event planning or comparable experience required.
• Refined verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in general computer knowledge.
• Extremely detail-oriented and organized.
• Ability to handle a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships.
• Collaborate with internal and external clients to ensure clear communication.
• Balance management of on-site events and upcoming events simultaneously.
• Proactive and visible on-site contact for meeting planners.

Benefits

• Free room nights, discounted room nights, and friends & family room rates at Hyatt locations.
• Celebrations, recognitions, and volunteer opportunities.
• Free nutritional colleague meals.
• PerkSpot discounts at various retailers.
• Discounted parking and annual DART passes.
• Full medical benefits after 30 days of employment.
• 401K with company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase plan.
• Paid vacation, holidays, sick days, and extended sick leave.
• New child leave, paid family bonding time, and adoption assistance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Free access to Headspace for meditation and recuperation.
• Work-life balance.