Jumeirah Hotels and Resorts Hiring for Conference & Events Executive Jumeirah Messilah Kuwait Full Time

Job Description

Jumeirah Group, a member of Dubai Holding, has been making a distinguished impact on the global hospitality market for more than two decades with its Stay Different(TM) brand promise. Its award winning destinations, such as the iconic Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, position service beyond expectations, elevated dining destinations and surprising architecture and design at the heart of every guest experience. Today, Jumeirah operates a world-class portfolio of 23 properties across the Middle East, Europe and Asia and employs over 8,000 colleagues, representing over 106 nationalities. As Jumeirah continues to expand its global portfolio and scales up its operations to the next level of growth, it remains fully committed to developing and empowering our colleagues to excel in world class environments. Jumeirah is committed to embedding equality, diversity, and inclusion in all its practices, embracing a culture that celebrates diversity. Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel and Spa offers easy access to Kuwait’s Central Business District, airport and major attractions. The beachfront resort features 316 rooms and suites, 80 residential suites and 12 villas, seven restaurants, cafés and lounges, a Talise Spa, 200-metre private beach, two swimming pools and a children’s play area. Extensive conference and banqueting facilities are available, including the Badriah ballroom. About the Role:

An exciting role has arisen for a Conference & Events Executive to join the team at Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel & Spa, Kuwait. You will be responsible for handling all incoming groups and events inquiries and effectively leading the customer through the sales process to the point of a signed contract or offer.

Main Duties:

Conducts site inspection effectively and professionally with thorough knowledge of clients’ needs and hotel products

Answers all incoming group and event inquiries / opportunities

Qualifies each business opportunity

Determines availability of space and rates according to yield management principles and knowledge of business pace

Presents benefits of the hotel to the client

Enlarging clients’ needs to further improvement revenue yields

Conduct comprehensive and customized site inspections with the event management / conference servicing team

Develop and send out concise and accurate contracts

Proper hand over of event to event management / conference servicing

Ensures deposits are received

To meet measurable targets and revenue goals (individual and team)

Have excellent product knowledge of function space, audio-visual equipment, capacities, guest room inventory, room rates and menus

Be accountable for all targets and goals set for area of responsibility

Produces proposal, contracts and other related booking tools

Prepares all sales documentation accurately

Any other responsibilities that may be assigned by management related to current role. About You:

Business or related degree from Internationally recognized tertiary institution

At least 1 year experience in a Conference & Events Sales Executive or similar role

Preferably worked in a 5 star luxury hotel

Experience working in Kuwait or GCC

Competent in English and Arabic language.

Sales driven with proven ability to close sales and achieve results

Excellent communication, interpersonal relationships, and time management skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Strong and outgoing personality and good negotiation skills

Strong team player

Confident, friendly and approachable manner

Must be articulate and attention to details

About the Benefits:

This position offers a highly competitive salary and package which includes: basic salary, incentives plan, yearly flight allowance to home country, medical insurance, life and accident insurance, laundry, and meals.