Key Skills

Job Description

About The Job Is organizing truly your passion? We are looking for a Meeting & Event Coordinator to strengthen our team at the Leonardo Hotel Ijmuiden Seaport Beach WHAT MAKES YOUR DAY AS A MEETING & EVENT COORDINATOR SO EXCITING? As a Meeting & Events Coordinator, you work together with the team on organizing and planning groups and events for Leonardo Hotel Ijmuiden Seaport Beach. This includes meetings, conferences, dinners, and various other events. a Few Responsibilities Maximizing revenue and guest satisfaction by responding quickly and adequately to requests, converting inquiries, and delivering successful events. Demonstrating commercial insight and strategically executing group and event pricing and planning. Communicating clearly, both verbally and in writing, with clients and internal departments regarding agreements and event execution. Managing meetings and events from A to Z. Handling contracts correctly, ensuring deposits are secured, and being jointly responsible for accurate invoicing. Coordinating menu arrangements for clients that maximize revenue potential for the hotel while meeting the client’s needs. Leonardo Hotel IJmuiden Seaport Beach The Leonardo Hotel IJmuiden Seaport Beach has 146 hotel rooms and suites, including family rooms and luxurious Wellness Suites. Our rooms are bright and spacious, with wood accents and large windows that let in light. Most hotel rooms and suites have a balcony overlooking the Kennemermeer lake or the marina. Our hotel is pet-friendly. Guests who wish to come with their four-legged friends are therefore very welcome. However, they are not permitted in our restaurant and Wellness Suites. If you have been outside all day, you can relax in our gym, sauna and Turkish bath. Those who are environmentally conscious will be pleased to know that the Leonardo Hotel IJmuiden Seaport Beach participates in the Green Key programme. This programme records the hotel's impact on the environment. Job Requirements WHAT MAKES YOU A GREAT ADDITION TO OUR TEAM At least 1 year of experience in Event Management Bachelor-level working and thinking capability (HBO) and preferably a hospitality-related education (Hotel Management School, Facility Management, NHTV) Strong command of the Dutch and English languages, both spoken and written A creative and positive mindset, and you don’t take “no” for an answer Professional, service-oriented, and a true team player Strong communication skills and the ability to build new connections easily Ability to think strategically, strong numerical insight, and capable of taking the lead Own means of transportation To be considered for this role, applicants must be an EU citizen or hold a valid work permit for the Netherlands. What You Receive From Us Travel allowance from 10 kilometers. Overtime can be paid out or saved as extra time off. Training and development opportunities. Clear internal growth opportunities. Tax-friendly purchase options through a benefit program. Worldwide employee discount programs. An introduction experience including an overnight stay, dinner and breakfast. The mentioned salary is gross per month and applies to candidates aged 20 and above. COME SOON TO DRINK COFFEE WITH US! Let us know if you want to become part of our team! We would like to receive your motivation letter and resume. Questions? Contact the recruitment department: [email protected]

Core Responsibilities

Coordinate meetings, conferences, dinners, and other events from initial inquiry through execution, working with clients and internal teams. Maximize revenue and guest satisfaction through responsive sales, strategic pricing and planning, contract and deposit handling, accurate invoicing, and menu coordination.

Requirements

Applicants need at least one year of event management experience, bachelor-level working and thinking capability, and preferably hospitality-related education. They should have strong Dutch and English communication skills, a service-oriented and creative mindset, commercial and numerical insight, leadership ability, their own transportation, and EU citizenship or a valid Netherlands work permit.

Benefits

• Travel Allowance
• Paid Overtime or Time Off in Lieu
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Internal Career Growth Opportunities
• Tax-Friendly Purchase Options
• Worldwide Employee Discounts
• Hotel Stay, Dinner, and Breakfast Introduction Experience