Job Description:

The beautiful and iconic Washington Hilton is looking for their next Senior Event Manager!

About Washington Hilton:

Located less than 2 miles from The White House and National Mall, Washington Hilton is a landmark destination for events in the nation's capital. With 1,100 guest rooms and 118,000 square feet of event space spanning three floors, the hotel is a top choice for hosting large-scale meetings, conventions, and social gatherings. We are seeking a Senior Event Manager to join our team and manage large groups of 500+ peak, working with high-profile clients to create unforgettable events.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience: 2+ years of hotel events experience, handling complex and large-scale events.
• Skills: Strong organizational, communication, and negotiation skills. Proven ability to manage high-profile events and build lasting client relationships.
• Qualifications: Ability to handle large groups and multiple events simultaneously, with a focus on guest satisfaction and financial success.

Shift Pattern: Various - must be available to weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

Pay Rate: The annual salary range for this role is $80,000 - $85,000 and is based on applicable and specialized experience and location.

Medical Insurance Coverage Available -For you and your family

The Benefits:

Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture ranking #1 Best Workplace by Great Place to Work & Fortune.

We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits. Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Access to your pay when you need it through Daily Pay
• Mental Health Resources
• Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Go Hilton travel discount program
• Supportive parental leave
• Matching 401(k)
• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount
• Debt-free education : Access to a wide variety of educational credentials (e.g., college degrees, high school completion, English-language learning, digital literacy, professional certificates, and more)
• Career growth and development
• Team Member Resource Groups
• Recognition and rewards programs

**Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment and the terms of the collective bargaining agreement if applicable.

What will I be doing?

As Senior Event Manager at Washington Hilton, you will be responsible for executing written sales agreements for large-scale, full-service meetings, conventions, and events. Your role will focus on ensuring exceptional guest service and driving financial profitability for the hotel. This position handles complex events with a primary focus on large groups of 500+ peak attendees. Key responsibilities include:

• Executing sales agreements for large, full-service events, conventions, and meetings.
• Negotiating business proposals and contracts to close deals, ensuring a win-win situation for both the hotel and the client.
• Designing creative menus and event concepts to maximize both revenue and the guest experience.
• Maintaining relationships with corporate and social accounts, ensuring repeat business and client satisfaction.
• Coordinating event logistics in collaboration with the Sales team, other hotel departments, and clients to ensure seamless execution.
• Managing event documentation and ensuring consistent, high-level service throughout the pre-event, event, and post-event phases.
• Handling the turnover process from Sales to Service and back to Sales, ensuring all event details are accurately communicated and executed.
• Maximizing revenue through upselling opportunities and offering enhancements to create memorable, outstanding events.
• Serving as the main point of contact for clients during their events, ensuring that all their needs are met and providing exceptional customer service throughout their experience.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Conducting site inspections and assisting with the sales process as needed.
• Working closely with hotel departments such as Catering, Banquets, and Operations to ensure the successful execution of each event.
• Monitoring event performance to ensure alignment with financial and guest satisfaction goals. #LI-AT3

What are we looking for?

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

• Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
• Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
• Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

• Quality
• Productivity
• Dependability
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across itsglobal brands. Our vision "to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality" unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

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