Are you passionate about creating memorable events and experiences?
At Leonardo Royal Hotel Amsterdam, we don’t just host events—we design seamless, unforgettable experiences. As a Groups & Events Executive, you'll be instrumental in crafting and coordinating events that exceed client expectations.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE:
- 🌟 Experience-Centric: You’ll be the first point of contact for potential clients, using your expertise to transform inquiries into memorable events.
- 💡 Creative Collaboration: Develop tailored event proposals and solutions that ensure both guest satisfaction and successful outcomes.
- 🤝 Team Synergy: Collaborate closely with the operations team to ensure flawless execution and create lasting impressions for our clients.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:
- Handle incoming inquiries for groups, meetings, and events, responding quickly with tailored proposals.
- Quote, negotiate, and close contracts, ensuring the best outcome for both the client and the hotel.
- Schedule and conduct client meetings and site inspections, showcasing our venue and its potential.
- Maintain strong client relationships to drive repeat business and upselling opportunities.
- Work strategically with pricing to optimize revenue potential.
- Ensure seamless handover of confirmed bookings to the planning team for flawless execution.
WHAT MAKES YOU THE PERFECT ADDITION TO OUR TEAM?
- 1+ year of experience in Event Management (hybrid events? Even better!), Front Office or Banqueting Operations.
- Hospitality-focused mindset with bachelor-level thinking (Hospitality, Facility Management, or related studies).
- A love for creative problem-solving and finding ways to make “yes” happen.
- Fluent in English (Dutch is a +) and comfortable with Opera Sales & Catering.
- You’re a natural networker who makes connections quickly and builds strong relationships.
LEONARDO ROYAL HOTEL AMSTERDAM
The newest hotel of our company is located directly at the Overamstel metro station. The location of this 4-star superior hotel is ideal: 5 minutes from the Zuidas and the RAI, 10 minutes from the city center and 20 minutes from Schiphol Airport. The hotel has 18 floors and 490 rooms with a fresh, innovative design and high quality modern equipment. The 1,200 square meters of conference space is spread over 11 meeting rooms and a gigantic ballroom; the perfect location for large events and conferences! Leonardo Royal Hotel Amsterdam is the largest hotel of the entire Leonardo company in Europe. Beautiful views over the city and the most refined dishes in LEO'S International Flavors restaurant make guests say 'Now we're talking'!
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU (ADDITIONAL TO A GREAT TEAM)?
- We offer you 70% travel allowance if you live further than 10 kilometers from your work, with a maximum of € 10.71 per day.
- Working overtime? This can be paid out, but you can also choose to save it for some extra time off.
- Eager to learn? We offer training courses from the Leonardo Development Lab!
- Ambitious? You can work on your personal development and grow with us!
- Do you want to buy products such as an (electric) bicycle or telephone with a reduced price? This is possible with an average of 40% tax reduction via FiscFree!
- Night away? As an employee, you can exclusively use our global discount program!
- And enjoy an overnight stay including dinner and breakfast at the hotel where you are working during your 'Know Where You Work' experience.
Want to know more about why working with us is so great? Then click here!
APPLY NOW!
We are a young company with a large dose of ambition, positivity and creativity! Interested? Then we would like to receive your motivation letter and resume. Questions? Contact the recruitment department: (klik op de solliciteer button)