Meeting & Events Executive

Overview

We're Hiring: Meeting & Events Executive

Create memorable events and deliver outstanding guest experiences in the heart of Manchester.

If you enjoy building relationships, converting enquiries and coordinating both Meetings & Events and Groups, you'll feel right at home at Holiday Inn Manchester City Centre.

We're a busy 4-star hotel with 12 flexible event spaces, two stunning canal-side terraces and an unbeatable location less than five minutes from Piccadilly Station. We're now looking for a Meeting & Events Executive to support the growth of our Meetings & Events business while also assisting with Groups enquiries and bookings.

What You'll Do

Meetings, Events & Groups Coordination

• Handle Meetings & Events and Groups enquiries from initial contact through to confirmation
• Manage event and group details accurately, ensuring smooth handovers to Operations
• Act as a key point of contact for clients throughout the planning process

Sales & Conversion

• Convert Meetings & Events and Groups enquiries into confirmed bookings
• Deliver confident and engaging show-rounds of our event spaces
• Identify upsell opportunities to maximise revenue and enhance the guest experience

Event & Group Delivery

• Support the planning and coordination of conferences, meetings, weddings, social events and group stays
• Work closely with Operations and other departments to ensure seamless delivery
• Maintain high standards of communication, organisation and guest care

Administration & Accuracy

• Prepare contracts, function sheets and group documentation
• Ensure systems are updated accurately and in a timely manner
• Support the wider Meetings, Events & Groups team as required

What You'll Bring

• Experience in hotel Meetings & Events, Groups, Sales or a customer-facing role
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• A confident communicator with a proactive, sales-focused approach
• A passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences

What You Get

• Discounts across retail, restaurants & entertainment
• Free onsite gym + online fitness portal
• Global IHG Friends & Family hotel discounts
• Meals provided on duty
• Opportunities for development and career progression
• Recognition and upselling incentives

If you're organised, enthusiastic and ready to grow your career across Meetings, Events & Groups, we'd love to hear from you.