Senior Meeting & Events Manager

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and develop new Meetings & Events business opportunities
• Conduct regular external sales calls, client appointments, and networking activities
• Develop and maintain a qualified pipeline of MICE business
• Manage Sales and Catering PMS systems
• Supervise Meetings and Events Operations to ensure guest satisfaction
• Maintain a sales call pattern and conduct account entertainment
• Coordinate with Front Office, Reservations, and Food & Beverage departments
• Maximize upselling opportunities

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in Meetings & Events or Sales within the hospitality industry in Dubai
• 1-2 years in a supervisory or management role preferred
• Experience in 4-star or 5-star hotel environments
• Strong knowledge of banquet and event operations
• Proficiency in hotel PMS (Opera Cloud, Cvent, etc.) and Microsoft Office
• Fluent in English

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications in Event Management or Hospitality Management
• Knowledge of additional languages such as Arabic, Russian, German, or French

About the Company

Accor is a global hospitality leader committed to pioneering responsible hospitality and connecting cultures with heartfelt care. Through brands like Movenpick, they focus on creating heartwarming moments and delivering exceptional guest experiences.