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

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'.

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

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.

BE RECOGNISED AND REWARDED -

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

Access to career development training from day one

Discounts on food & beverage and hotel stays

Discounted leisure membership

Free GP virtual appointment service

24/7 wellbeing helpline

NEST pension scheme

Social Club

Staff appreciation events

Monthly and end-of-year awards

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

RECRUITMENT INFO

In 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.