Event Planning Manager

What’s in it for YOU? Organization- Hyatt Regency Columbus Summary Located within walking distance of Nationwide Arena and the trendy Arena District, Hyatt Regency Columbus redefines the modern hotel experience. We offer 633 renovated guest rooms and spacious suites and 70,000 square feet of flexible meeting space. We are connected to the Greater Columbus Convention Center and steps to the Short North Arts District, ours is the hotel in which to meet and play in downtown Columbus. Are you ready? Because we are looking for a Event Planning Manager! What does the ROLE entail? Primary focus is on planning and executing successful events Market will be conventions in house and rooms only groups Acts as a liaison between Meeting Planners and the hotel staff Prepares all rooms and event documentation, coordinates with property departments and customer to ensure consistent, high-level service throughout the pre-event, event and post-event phases. Detail all Food and Beverage, meeting room sets and diagrams Responsible for group billing details and final review The Event Planning Managers are also the on-site contacts and are responsible for the smooth execution of all events Demonstrates Hyatt’s values: Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion, Experimentation, and Wellbeing Qualifications Your EXPERIENCE A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment Refined verbal and written communication skills Unafraid of financial related tasks, projects and responsibilities Candidates should be extremely detail oriented and organized A fun and energized person Committed to delivering a high level of customer service Must be proficient in general computer knowledge Two years of hotel event planning experience or equivalent preferred Demonstrates Hyatt Values: Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion, Experimentation, and Wellbeing What’s in it for YOU? General Perks An entry to the Hyatt Family, a place where we care for people so they can be their best 12 free nights at Hyatt hotels globally every year and 50% Discounts at our F&B outlets Take pride in working for a company that is in the "100 Best Companies to Work For" by FORTUNE Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage after 30 days of employment Vacation & PTO Days Connect with thousands of National and Local Partners for Various Discounts Discounted monthly parking passes for Downtown parking & discounted dry cleaning Family Events and Recognition Celebrations Wellbeing “Our purpose is to care for people so they can be their best – and we believe wellbeing is the ultimate realization of our purpose” To support our colleagues mental wellbeing we provide access to “Headspace App” for all employees, free of charge, as well as hotel gym access Social & Community Activities; Team building outings, Sports/wellbeing activities Health, Dental, Vision Insurance eligibility after 30 days of employment Development “Careers at Hyatt don’t have to follow a traditional career ladder or path with one pace and following only one direction.” With over 700 Hyatt Hotels and Resorts in the United States, opportunities for internal promotions are abundant Regular Check-In Conversations with Managers to discuss personal career goals A wide range of on-property and online training opportunities though-out the year. Education assistance of up to $1,000 per year toward personal growth and development Qualifications Your MINDSET A team player with a good portion of personality Enthusiasm and a hands-on mentality A true representative of the company to customers, employees, and the public A team player with a hands-on mentality and a love for hospitality A true support for our customers during the event process Are WE what YOU are looking for? 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr