Event Planning Manager - $62K to $72K - Benefits after 30 days!

Cheers to your new adventure. Join Hyatt. When you join Hyatt Regency Minneapolis, you join a global brand that celebrates individuality, empowers everyone to be their best and consistently provides unique experiences for our colleagues and guests. Part of our culture of care includes providing our guests with stress-free, affordable experiences that enhance their stay. We also care about our colleagues and provide a well-rounded benefits package to ensure you are supported from day one. You'll find support from your team by working in an environment where success is celebrated and hard work is rewarded.

The Event Planning Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing exceptional events that exceed client expectations and create memorable guest experiences. This role serves as the primary liaison between clients and hotel departments to ensure seamless communication, flawless event execution, and outstanding customer satisfaction. The Event Planning Manager manages all aspects of event logistics, from initial planning through post-event follow-up. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to\:

• Serve as the primary contact for clients throughout the planning process

• Conduct pre-planning meetings with confirmed clients

• Develop detailed event orders, room diagrams, menus, and guestroom pick-up management

• Collaborate closely with sales, culinary, banquets, audiovisual, and operations teams to ensure successful event execution

• Manage client expectations while proactively resolving issues and responding to requests

• Ensure all event details, billing, and contractual obligations are accurate and completed on time

• Build strong client relationships that encourage repeat business and referrals

• Maintain knowledge of current event trends, hospitality standards, and market competition

• Support revenue goals by identifying upselling opportunities for food & beverage, guest rooms, and additional services

What you can expect

• Inclusive, collaborative and team-driven environment with diverse industry experience and multi-cultural backgrounds
• Health benefit eligibility at 30 days of employment
• 401K with company match eligible to contribute at 30 days of employment
• Discounted room nights at over 1,000 Hyatt properties upon hire
• Free room nights at over 1,000 Hyatt properties at 90 days of employment
• Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement
• Discounted employee parking ($5/day or $100/mo)
• Access to hotel gym (25,000 sq. ft.)
• Free meals in colleague cafeteria
• Discounted food & beverage from Prairie Kitchen and Bar and The Market (proudly serving Starbucks)
• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays (eligibility and amount dependent on employment status)
• Annual performance-based increases

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

• A resume must be provided to be considered
• Refined verbal and written communication skills
• A minimum of 1-3 years of hotel event sales/event planning or comparable experience preferred
• Prefer two years hotel experience
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and in general computer knowledge
• Candidates should be extremely detail oriented, organized and be able to handle a fast paced environment