Sector and subsector: Events Services | General
Salary: Competitive Salary
As the Assistant Events Manager at The Merrion, you will support the Events Manager in planning, coordinating, and executing a wide range of events including corporate functions, weddings, social gatherings, groups and high-profile VIP engagements. You will liaise with clients and internal departments to ensure the highest standards of service and hospitality are upheld, consistent with the hotel’s brand and reputation. This is a fantastic opportunity to start or continue your career in one of the Leading Hotels of the World. Working with a professional and welcoming Team, you will be part of creating Merrion Moments for our guests and colleagues.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in managing the end-to-end planning and execution of events held at The Merrion.
- Liaise with clients to understand their vision, expectations, and requirements.
- Prepare proposals, event orders, contracts, and floor plans in coordination with the Events Manager.
- Coordinate with internal departments (F&B, Kitchen, Housekeeping, AV, Front Office, Security) to ensure all event needs are met.
- Support on-site event execution, including setup, guest coordination, troubleshooting, and post-event wrap-up.
- Supervise and brief event staff before and during events to ensure smooth operations.
- Maintain detailed records of event logistics, budgets, and feedback.
- Conduct site visits with prospective clients.
- Maintain high levels of guest satisfaction by ensuring personalized service and rapid resolution of issues.
- Ensure all events comply with health, safety, and legal regulations.
Requirements:
- 2–4 years of relevant experience in hotels, events or banquet coordination within the luxury or hospitality industry.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple events simultaneously.
- High level of professionalism, discretion, and customer service.
- Proficiency in event software (e.g. Opera) is preferred.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
- Impeccable grooming and presentation in line with luxury hospitality standards.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary
- Training and career development opportunities
- Meals, uniforms, and staff discounts
- A dynamic and international work environment in a prestigious hotel brand
- Travel and Bike to Work – Tax saving Schemes, discounted parking in the city
- Health and Dental Insurance payments
- Contributory Pension Plan from the day you start work
- Increased holiday entitlement with length of service
- Recommend a Friend scheme: bonus paid to you for recruiting a friend or colleague to join The Merrion team
- Employee Discounts for room nights, our Garden Room Restaurant and Cellar Bar for you and your family/ friends
- Free Employee Assistance Programme – free professional counselling and support for you and your family members
About The Merrion
The Merrion is the capital’s most luxurious five-star hotel, and a proud member of The Leading Hotels of the World. Created from four Georgian townhouses, many of the 142 bedrooms overlook their private landscaped gardens. Guests can dine in the 2-star Michelin Restaurant or The Garden Room. The intimate Cellar Bar or No. 23 whiskey bar awaits as does the Spa which includes an 18m swimming pool. The Merrion is also home to one of Ireland's largest privately-owned Art Collection’s while offering a complimentary Audio tour.