Event Manager

Waterford Group Llc; Waterford; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent hotel group in Ireland seeks an experienced Event Manager to oversee event planning and execution. You will manage logistics and client interactions for various events, ensuring success from inception to conclusion. Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and be flexible with scheduling. This role offers competitive benefits including health insurance and paid time off, emphasizing a supportive work environment and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Health insurance

Paid time off

401k plan

Hotel discounts

On demand pay

Pet insurance

Shoe subsidy

Qualifications

• Must have 1–2 years of event experience preferred.
• Must be guest service focused and self-motivated.
• Available to work flexible hours as per client needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan events from start to finish according to requirements.
• Source and negotiate with vendors and suppliers.
• Analyze the event’s success and prepare reports.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office knowledge (Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Come Join the Waterford Hotel Group Team!!

At Waterford Hotel Group we pride ourselves on cultivating a workplace that feels like home and brings out the best in you, each and every day. We celebrate your successes. Your strengths will be appreciated, and a place where each of us can truly be ourselves. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, a tight‑knit and supportive work environment, plus numerous opportunities for professional development and advancement. Come for a JOB, stay for a CAREER.

Event Manager

The Event Manager reports directly to the Director of Sales and is responsible for working with all clients to provide professional client services support in the planning, organization, and management of events within the facility, monitoring the logistics of these events and all event related tasks after events are concluded. To detail all retreats, weddings, social and corporate events.

Responsibilities include:

• Plan events from start to finish according to requirements, target audience and objectives.
• Come up with suggestions to enhance the event’s success.
• Source and negotiate with vendors and suppliers.
• Coordinate all operations.
• Lead promotional activities for the event.
• Serve as facility contact day of event.
• Approve all aspects before the day of the event.
• Ensure event is completed smoothly and step up to resolve any problems that might occur.
• Analyze the event’s success and prepare reports.

Requirements

• This position demands a flexible schedule and is event driven; this individual must be available days, nights, holidays, weekends based on the needs of the client and Hutton Brickyards.
• Have strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products—Excel, Outlook.
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be guest service focused and be self‑motivated.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• 1–2 years of event experience preferred.

Benefits

WATERFORD HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Health Insurance is available on the first of the month after hire!

We value the health and wellness of you and your family. Full‑time associates can enroll in medical, dental and vision coverage; part‑time associates (averaging 17.5 hours a week) can enroll in dental and vision coverage. Everyone’s needs are different and there is something for everyone with numerous supplemental insurances to choose from.

We know that life gets in the way, and YOU deserve to recharge.

Full‑time associates receive paid time off within the first 90 days of employment. We also offer paid holidays for eligible associates. If you stick with us for five years or more, enjoy paid days off for your birthday and employment anniversary date!

EXCITING EXTRAS

On Demand Pay – Why wait for payday? Get your pay when you need it 24/7.

Pet Insurance – We cover the whole family, and all associates are eligible for discounted pet insurance.

401k Plan – Nobody wants to work forever; start planning for your future now.

Hotel Discounts – It’s one of the biggest industry perks.

Shoes for Crew’s – All associates are eligible for a shoe subsidy through Shoes for Crews.

EOE M/F/D/V