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Meetings and Events Planner

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In-Office
Brighton, East Sussex, England
Entry level
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Brighton, East Sussex, England
Entry level
Manage meetings, events, and group bookings from initial inquiry through delivery. Coordinate catering, accommodation, audiovisual services, logistics, site visits, and event documentation. Build client relationships, encourage repeat business, collaborate with hotel operations, and maximize revenue through upselling and accurate billing while delivering memorable guest experiences.
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Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As a Meetings and Events Planner, you’re not just driving revenue by leading strategic Meetings and Events sales efforts – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

How We'll Help You Thrive

At Hilton, the hospitality we're known for doesn't end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members' wellbeing, supporting you through all of life's moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with a wide range of perks and benefits, including:

  • Competitive pay – Hourly rate is £13.06 with opportunities to grow your career with Hilton.
  • Incredible travel perks – Enjoy discounted hotel stays through our Go Hilton travel programme, with room rates as low as $40 USD per night at participating hotels worldwide.
  • Food and beverage discounts – Receive 50% off food and beverage at participating outlets.
  • Free meals on duty – Helping you stay energised throughout your shift.
  • Generous holiday allowance – Enjoy 28 days' holiday including bank holidays, increasing with service.
  • Own a piece of Hilton – Through our Employee Stock Purchase Programme (ESPP), eligible Team Members can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount.
  • Pension scheme – Supporting you as you plan for the future.
  • High street discounts – Access a range of exclusive savings through Perks at Work.
  • Mental health resources – Through our Care for All hub, Team Members have access to wellbeing resources, alongside free counselling and support through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
  • Crisis Concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for practical support and emotional care.
  • Career development opportunities – Grow with Hilton through learning and development programmes designed to support your personal and professional growth.

*Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member location and terms and conditions of employment.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage meetings, events and group bookings from enquiry to delivery.
  • Coordinate event logistics, including catering, accommodation and AV.
  • Build strong client relationships and secure repeat business.
  • Conduct site visits and prepare event documentation.
  • Work closely with operational teams to ensure seamless delivery.
  • Maximise revenue through upselling and accurate billing.

    What We're Looking For

  • Previous events experience, ideally in hospitality or MICE.
  • Strong communication and organisational skills.
  • Commercially minded with a customer-focused approach.
  • Proactive, detail-oriented and confident working in a fast-paced environment.
  • Right to work in the UK.

    Desirable: 

  • Experience with hotel systems, MICE events, or a qualification in Hospitality, Business, Sales or Events Management.

Qualifications

What It Takes to Make the Stay

At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

    About Us
    Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture
    At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.
    Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands, and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.
    Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.
    Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work. 

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