As an Events Planner at Searcys, you will manage and plan all private, wedding, and corporate events at Horizon 22, one of London's prestigious venues. Your role involves coordinating with suppliers, preparing function sheets, and ensuring exceptional client experiences while achieving revenue targets. You will act as the main point of contact for events, overseeing on-the-day operations and collaborating with internal teams to deliver successful events.

Responsibilities

Prepare daily function sheets, attend meetings, liaise with suppliers, and obtain client quotations in line with venue SOPs
Maintain the events diary (Rendezvous), ensuring accuracy of details and revenue
Plan and deliver weddings, private events, and support large-scale events with the Senior Events Planner
Act as the main point of contact for events, attending live events as required and coordinating on-the-day operations
Manage client communication, upselling opportunities, and special requirements, ensuring timely coordination with internal teams
Oversee smooth event operations in collaboration with department heads and brief the events team on updates and BEO changes
Ensure accurate billing, deposit collection, and compliance with contracts and invoicing procedures
Ensure compliance with legal, licensing, and health & safety requirements
Attend required meetings, training, and represent Searcys professionally at all times

Requirements

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.
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.

Nice to have

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

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