Meeting & Events Team Leader

ROLE: Assistant Meetings & Events Manager
LOCATION : Coventry, West Midlands
SALARY: £32k + benefits + progression

Big events. Real responsibility. A clear next step into management.

We're partnering with a stunning 4 star hotel with exceptional event space just outside Coventry that delivers high-volume corporate events, banquets, weddings and private celebrations year-round.

It's the type of environment where you gain serious experience quickly - without being thrown in unsupported.
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Why this role appeals?
* On Site free parking (no city centre parking stress)
* Supportive leadership team that actively promotes from within
* A structured department with proper staffing levels
* Exposure to conferences, large banquets, weddings and VIP functions

This is ideal if you want more responsibility without jumping straight into full department leadership.
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What you'll be doing
* Supporting the Meetings & Events Manager in the delivery of multiple daily events
* Leading service on conferences, banquets and weddings
* Supervising team members and maintaining standards on busy shifts
* Working closely with sales and kitchen teams to ensure smooth execution
* Assisting with rotas, staffing and operational planning
This is a hands-on operational leadership role.
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What they're looking for
* Events experience within a hotel or large venue environment
* Someone confident running events and leading teams on shift
* Strong organisation and calm problem-solving
* Ambition to progress into Meetings & Events Manager level
* A positive,supportive and proactive approach
Supervisors ready to step up are very welcome.
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Benefits
* Free parking on site
* Staff privileges and discounts
* Birthday and Christmas gifts
* Day off for your birthday
* Christmas Day and Boxing Day off
* Employee awards and rewards
* Sickness pay
* Holiday increase for each year of service
* Meals on duty
* Staff discounts across the group
* Training and development programmes
* Clear progression pathway into senior events leadership
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If you want to build management experience in a larger events operation -this is a brilliant next move.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.