Weddings Sales and Events Executive - Full Time - อินเตอร์คอนติเนนตัล Sanctuary Cove รีสอร์ท

As the world's largest family of luxury hotels, we all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental® brand.

Shaped by decades of international know-how and local insights, our passion for luxury travel spans cultures and customs. Inspiring us to create warm and sophisticated experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world.

As the first InterContinental Resort to land in Australia, InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort reflects the grand, graceful architecture of a classic Queensland estate, nestled within the beautiful surrounds of Sanctuary Cove. A blank canvas and sanctuary of lagoon sands and lush grounds, paving the way for unique event spaces bursting with that inimitable “wow” factor all inspired by the vibrancy of Sanctuary Cove.  Inspired by the vibrancy of Sanctuary Cove, couples and their guests will uncover a destination of imagination – from lagoon beach event to marina lawn marquees and grand or intimate locations – the possibilities are endless, for you and your career.

At InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort we are looking for Weddings Sales & Events Executive to join our Team. This a key role in our Weddings team focused on ensuring no stone is left unturned in the planning and coordination of our couples bespoke weddings. Whether its menu planning, theming, audio visual and entertainment or the organisation of accompanying accommodation, this role plays an integral part in making their vision for their special day a reality.

Day to Day 

Reporting to the Conference & Events Manager, you will assist with site inspections, proposals and coordinate the end to end planning of weddings in the Resort; from enquiries, supporting quoting, follow-up, event planning and management. Overseeing operational delivery, you will work closely with the banquet operations team post hand over to actively ensure all weddings come to life seamlessly, delivering unrivalled and distinctive experiences for the couple and their guests. This includes planning and conducting pre-event daily de-brief and post event meetings with clients, with a focus on continuous improvement; not just for their day but with the wider Resort event offering in mind.

In addition, you will ensure all IHG policies and procedures are followed and demonstrate Awareness of OH&S policies and procedures and ensure all procedures are conducted safely and within OH&S guidelines and ensure your direct reports do the same.

Qualifications

• Hospitality or Event tertiary qualification preferred

Experience

• Preferably minimum of two years’ experience in an event planning capacity with proven ability across all aspects of wedding and event planning, with exposure to the sales element of this process a plus. 
• A proactive approach to developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients and internal and external stakeholders will be fundamental to your success
• Flexible to regularly work weekends and evenings as required to support the execution of the weddings which you plan.
• Neat Personal Presentation

Join our extraordinary world and experience a place where you can be yourself, share your ideas, support your personal growth and wellbeing, and be a valued member of an inspirational team.

You’ll be rewarded for your hard work with a suite of benefits that supports you and your family’s wellbeing, including :

• Paid birthday leave.
• Hotel perks like accommodation and food & beverage discounts at over 6,200 hotels worldwide.
• Enhanced parental leave.
• Proactive health days and flexible work options.
• Your career journey will be supported through our lifelong development program.
• IHG Career Milestone celebrations.
• Transfer of entitlements as you move and grow with IHG. 
• Access to an incredible retail discount platform.

We are proud to be IHG and we know you will be too.  Visit http://careers.ihg.com/ to find out more about us.

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**You must have full working rights in Australia**