Director of events

Salary: €65.000 - €70.000 + bonus

Start: ASAP

Languages: German B2/C1 Level, English

The Role:

Strategic leadership role overseeing the event management function for two interconnected premium-brand hotels at one of Europe’s busiest airports.Responsible for end-to-end planning and operational delivery of conventions, meetings and events for up to 1,200 guests, ensuring flawless execution and an outstanding client and guest experience.

Key responsibilities

Lead, coach and develop an Event Management team of around ten professionals, fostering a high-performance, service-focused culture.Oversee planning and on-site delivery of meetings, incentives, conferences and events, ensuring all details are captured, timelines are met and service standards are consistently exceeded.Act as the strategic point of contact for clients during the planning phase, building strong relationships, offering expert guidance and proactively managing expectations.Collaborate closely with Convention/Group Sales, Banqueting, Kitchen and Operations to ensure seamless interdepartmental coordination, resource allocation and cost control.Develop and implement event planning standards, processes, checklists and quality controls to optimize efficiency, profitability and guest satisfaction.Monitor and manage event budgets, forecasts and profitability indicators, contributing to revenue growth and margin optimization.Drive innovation in event concepts, setups and planning processes to maintain a competitive edge in the airport and conference market.Represent the hotels professionally during site inspections, planning meetings and client presentations.Ensure full compliance with brand standards, health and safety regulations, and all legal requirements related to events and large gatherings.Train, coach and mentor team members, creating clear development plans and encouraging continuous learning and cross-functional collaboration.Report directly to the Director of Sales & Marketing, contributing to the commercial strategy and sharing responsibility for budget and forecast preparation for the events segment.

Profile & requirements

Several years of experience in event planning and management within the hospitality industry, including proven leadership experience managing event or banquet teams.Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple large-scale events simultaneously while maintaining a keen eye for detail.Demonstrated ability to coach, motivate and develop a diverse, multicultural team, creating an inclusive and supportive working environment.Excellent communication and negotiation skills in German and English; additional languages are a plus.Confident user of Opera (or similar PMS) and event management systems, with solid MS Office skills.Proactive, solution-oriented mindset, resilient under pressure and comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced airport environment.