Senior Event Planning Manager

Reporting to the Director of Sales, Marketing & Events, the Senior Event Planning Manager (EPM) serves as a key leader responsible for the successful planning, coordination, and execution of all group and social events. Event Planning & Execution Excellence • Oversee end-to-end planning and execution of events, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and exceptional service delivery • Lead client engagement from post-sale through event completion, including planning meetings, tastings, and post-event reviews • Create and manage detailed event documentation (resumes, event orders, diagrams), ensuring clear communication across all departments • Evaluate group business to ensure proper servicing, resource alignment, and operational feasibility • Partner with Culinary and Operations teams to design customized event experiences, including menu development and execution strategies • Ensure all event elements (space, timing, décor, flow) are aligned with client expectations and hotel standards Leadership & Culture • Act as a role model for professionalism, collaboration, and accountability within the Events team • Support coaching, training, and development of Event Planning colleagues to elevate performance and engagement • Foster a positive, team-oriented culture that emphasizes communication, recognition, and continuous improvement • Build strong cross-functional relationships that enable seamless execution and operational alignment • Drive agile ways of working to effectively manage special projects, changing client needs, and cross-functional initiatives Technical Skills • Proficiency in event planning systems and tools (e.g., Envision, Social Tables) • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and collaboration platforms (e.g., Teams) • Ability to manage event documentation, reporting, and data with accuracy The Senior Event Planning Manager is a trusted leader who balances guest