Events Planner

Searcys are looking for an Events Planner  to join the team at The HAC. 

The HAC is quite unlike any other City venue; a magnificent Grade II  listed building set in a five-acre garden hidden away in a quiet location just a couple of minutes walk from Old Street.

The Event Planner is responsible for coordinating and executing events that align with the company's sales objectives and client needs. Working within the sales department, the Event Planner ensures smooth planning and flawless execution of events, ranging from major corporate events to private functions. They will be a people person with great attention to detail and ability to work with multiple stakeholders.

As an Events Planner you will receive the following industry leading benefits:

• 50% discount across Searcys venues
• Enrolment into Searcys pension scheme
• Up to 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Meals provided on shift when working within one of our venues
• Day off for volunteering
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Access to gym discounts and wellbeing resources
• Access to employee assistance programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Enrolment into Searcys Champagne School
• Access to wide range of training and 40 apprenticeship programs
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Long Service Recognition
• Annual Awards Ceremony

Previous experience of planning high end events is required, inclusive of external supplier coordination, preparation of function sheets, on-site execution, and post-event evaluation, using strong organisational, multitasking, and communication skills to create successful, memorable events and exceed client goals. 

Job Type: Full Time 40 hours  

Salary: £35,000 Per Annum

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain the events diary (Rendezvous), ensuring accuracy and correct revenue entry

• Plan and deliver a wide range of events, liaising with clients and suppliers

• Prepare and lead weekly and daily function sheet meetings in line with SOPs

• Brief the events team on daily and weekly priorities

• Manage client communication, including upselling and special requirements

• Actively upsell event facilities to maximise revenue

• Host clients on arrival and communicate any on-the-day changes to operations teams

• Manage deposits and invoicing in line with contracts and timelines

• Work with sales to rebook repeat business and achieve retention targets

• Ensure compliance with legal, licensing, health, safety and hygiene requirements

• Attend required meetings, training, and undertake other reasonable duties

• Represent Searcys professionally at all times

• Proven experience in event planning within a high-end venue, hotel, or catering company Is preferable

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

• A passion for delivering exceptional events and client experiences.

• Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask.

• Knowledge of London’s events and hospitality market is an advantage.

We are the oldest caterer in the UK, having been founded in 1847, working with us will give you an opportunity to be part of some of London’s most prestigious events, gaining insights and mentoring from skilled and experienced colleagues, as well as getting a chance to be part of a storied legacy in the hospitality industry.

A career at Searcys means you are part of something special, we are an employer with a rich history, and an established reputation which will provide you with an enormous sense of pride and belonging.

To find out more on the rich history of Searcys, please visit our website at www.searcys.co.uk