Events Planner

Are you passionate about creating flawless events that leave a lasting impression? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail, clear communication, and exceptional customer service are key? If so, we want you to join our team as an Event Planner!

As an Event Planner, you will play a vital role in delivering seamless and memorable events—from conferences and exhibitions to corporate dinners. You’ll collaborate closely with clients and our catering teams to ensure every detail is perfect from initial planning right through to final delivery.

What You’ll Do

• Work directly with corporate clients to understand their goals, audience, and catering requirements.
• Provide expert advice on menus, room layouts, and event logistics.
• Prepare detailed event proposals, function sheets, and floorplans.
• Coordinate with external vendors and suppliers to guarantee smooth execution.
• Ensure all health and safety protocols are strictly followed during events.
• Manage budgets with transparent cost estimates and negotiate to optimise quality and value.
• Identify upselling opportunities to enhance the client experience and grow revenue.
• Oversee contracts, deposits, and invoicing in line with company policy.
• Serve as the main contact throughout the event lifecycle, delivering proactive solutions.
• Conduct site visits and post-event reviews to drive continuous improvement.
  
  
  

What We’re Looking For:

• A passionate team player who embodies our company values and is committed to excellent guest experiences.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines under pressure.
• Confident and approachable communicator with a professional telephone manner.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable managing client feedback and compliance.
• Self-motivated with the initiative to work independently while thriving in a team environment.
• A commitment to personal integrity, presentation, and delivering world-class service.
  
  
  

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• Computer literate with strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and communicate effectively at all levels.
• Customer-focused mindset with a can-do attitude.
• Adherence to health, safety, and company policies.
• Relevant security checks (SIA, credit checks) if applicable.
  
  
  

Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

Job Reference: com/1108/41214001/52755579/BU #RA Group

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!