Events Executive - Wedding Specialist

About the company

*OVERVIEW -** Join the 'Greatest Story in Hospitality' by becoming one of our 'Hospitality Heroes' as an Event Executive - Wedding Specialist based at our Celtic Manor Resort just one of the fantastic opportunities we offer from 'Manor to Marina'.

Your tasks

IMPLEMENTING OUR 'YES, WE CAN' PHILOSOPHY, YOU WILL -

Guide wedding couples through every stage of their journey, from enquiry to event delivery

Conduct venue showrounds and convert enquiries into confirmed bookings

Prepare quotations, contracts, BEOs and event documentation Act as the main point of contact for wedding clients, ensuring a seamless planning experience

Liaise with operational teams to ensure wedding requirements are delivered successfully

Support weddings and special events on the day, resolving issues where necessary

Maximise revenue through upselling and effective sales techniques

Monitor sales performance, conversions and business opportunities while maintaining exceptional service standards.

Requirements

OUR IDEAL HERO WILL HAVE - Previous experience in a sales, events, hospitality or wedding coordination role

Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills

Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail

Confidence conducting venue showrounds and client meetings Experience using computerised booking and administration systems

The ability to work independently whilst contributing positively to a team environment

A genuine passion for weddings, events and exceptional customer service

GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths at Grade C/Level 4 or above

What we offer

BE RECOGNISED AND REWARDED - As one of our 'Hospitality Heroes' you will receive a host of Company benefits such as -

GROW WITH US - As a Celtic Collection employee, you will be able to say -

I am equipped, trained, and supported to do THE BEST JOB I CAN

I am PROUD to be part of The Celtic Collection and would RECOMMEND IT TO OTHERS

I work in an INCLUSIVE, FRIENDLY, POSITIVE and CONSTRUCTIVE environment

I am encouraged to LEARN, GROW and DEVELOP and to try new things in my role

I am THANKED and RECOGNISED for the work I do, and my VIEWS and IDEAS ARE VALUED

I am CRYSTAL CLEAR ABOUT OUR AMBITION , and I CAN CONTRIBUTE TO IT EVERY DAY

How to apply

RECRUITMENT INFOIn the event we receive a high number of applications, we reserve the right to close this campaign early. All applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required as part of the recruitment process, in line with current UK Visas and Immigration regulations. The Celtic Collection is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of age or background.

Other

*JOB TITLE - Events Executive - Wedding Specialist DEPARTMENT - Conference and Events CONTRACT TYPE - Permanent RATE OF PAY - £14.13 per hour, plus excellent benefits! HOURS - 5 out of 7 days including weekends LOCATION - Newport, NP18 1HQ ID - req6872**