Event Planning Manager

Close Inclusive Collection Job Postings Notification "I believe successful people are the ones who take the initiative to learn, unlearn and relearn. It’s important to constantly challenge your knowledge and step out of your comfort zone." Peggy Focheux Duval: Director of Learning & Development, France This posting is for an Event Planning Manager position at the Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center located in downtown Denver. At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences. The Event Planning Manager handles sales group bookings. This position works closely with the hotels Sales Managers in contract negotiations and servicing groups as it relates to event services. Primary sales efforts are in banquet food & beverage and will include menu planning, agenda setting and hotel meeting services. Duties also include contract review and facilitating communication before, during and post event with pertinent hotel staff and client to ensure a high level of service. Event Planning Managers also host site inspections, maintain strong customer relationships, participate and may lead event meetings, and other staff meetings, and work as a team member with the entire hotel. Our Values: Empathy / Wellbeing / Respect / Integrity / Experimentation / Inclusion Hyatt Regency Denver is seeking colleagues with unmatched service. We care for people so they can be their best. Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether its career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you. You are more than welcome. Responsibilities The Event Planning Manager handles sales group bookings and works closely with hotel Sales Managers in contract negotiations, servicing groups related to event services, menu planning, agenda setting, and hotel meeting services. Duties include contract review and communication with hotel staff and clients before, during, and after events to ensure a high level of service. The manager also hosts site inspections, maintains customer relationships, participates in or leads event meetings, and works as a team member with the entire hotel. Qualifications A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment Refined verbal and written communication skills Must be proficient in general computer knowledge Candidates should be extremely detail oriented and organized Must have 2-5 years of hotel planning experience This is an in-office role, person will be on property Benefits Free basic Life Insurance after 30 days Free basic Short-Term Disability after 30 days Eligible to participate in a Flexible Spending Account after 30 days Vacation/ Sick Days 8 Paid Holidays 1 Floating Holiday per calendar year Complimentary Room Nights 12 per calendar year after 90 days Employee/Friends & Family Rate Room Nights Employee may elect to contribute 401k after 30 days 401k Match: 1-3% = dollar/dollar, 4-5% = $.50/dollar after 1 year Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) 5% discount Contribute to the 529 Education Savings Plan Educational assistance up to $1,000 per calendar year after completing 90 days of service Jury Duty Bereavement Pay Complimentary parking in hotel garage Free Light Rail/Bus Pass Complimentary meal in High Plains Use of Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Salary range for this position is $61,100 - $80,000. Actual pay will be commensurate with experience. This application window is anticipated to be open at a maximum of 30 days, starting July 14, 2026, or until a candidate is selected. Applications will be reviewed in the order in which they are received. Please visit hyatt.com/careers to apply. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. #J-18808-Ljbffr