Events Manager - (Pre-Opening) Waldorf Astoria Kuala Lumpur

Negotiable
Experience
Unlimited
Job Type
Full Time
Location
Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur
Job Description

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! You are responsible
for overseeing the planning, organization, and execution of events at the hotel,
working closely with clients, vendors, and internal teams to ensure all aspects
of the event run smoothly. As an Events Manager, you’re
not just overseeing the execution of events at the hotel – you’re spreading
the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences
that make the stay for every guest.

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.

In addition, this role requires
the following minimum qualifications:

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    field

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    experience in event sales within a 5-star luxury hotel or high-end event
    venue

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    background in social and corporate event sales with a demonstrated record
    of achieving revenue goals

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    skills

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    capabilities

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    in English; proficiency in additional languages is considered
    an asset

 

 

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.

In addition, this role requires
the following minimum qualifications:

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    field

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    experience in event sales within a 5-star luxury hotel or high-end event
    venue

  • paraeid="{77d9c8b3-1f37-42f9-a4be-ea305b456397}{41}"
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    background in social and corporate event sales with a demonstrated record
    of achieving revenue goals

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    skills

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    capabilities

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    and verbal

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    systems

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    in English; proficiency in additional languages is considered
    an asset

 

 

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.

In addition, this role requires
the following minimum qualifications:

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    field

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    experience in event sales within a 5-star luxury hotel or high-end event
    venue

  • paraeid="{77d9c8b3-1f37-42f9-a4be-ea305b456397}{41}"
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    background in social and corporate event sales with a demonstrated record
    of achieving revenue goals

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    skills

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    capabilities

  • paraeid="{77d9c8b3-1f37-42f9-a4be-ea305b456397}{69}"
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    and verbal

  • paraeid="{77d9c8b3-1f37-42f9-a4be-ea305b456397}{77}"
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    systems

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    in English; proficiency in additional languages is considered
    an asset

 

 

As Senior Events Manager,
you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to
the highest standards: 

 

• Client Relationship
Management 

Build and nurture long-term relationships with key
accounts, luxury planners, and corporate partners. Proactively source new
business and maintain a robust pipeline of leads to
drive sustained growth. 

 

• Event Conversion &
Execution Support 

Collaborate with the Wedding, Banquet, and Operations
teams to ensure seamless event conversion, planning,
and execution, guaranteeing that each event reflects Waldorf Astoria’s
hallmark of excellence and sophistication. 

 

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Team Collaboration & Leadership 

Support and guide the Events
Sales team in achieving performance goals, fostering a culture of collaboration,
creativity, and high achievement aligned with Waldorf Astoria’s luxury
standards. 

 

• Partnership & Market
Development 

Establish strong connections with external partners,
including event agencies, destination management companies, and brand
collaborators, to enhance the hotel’s visibility and reputation in
the market. 

 

• Brand Stewardship 

style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0cm; vertical-align:
baseline;">Ensure every client interaction and proposal reflects the Waldorf
Astoria voice — elegant, gracious, and bespoke — reinforcing the property’s
positioning as a leader in luxury events. 

 

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Administration & Compliance 

Maintain accurate records, contracts, and documentation
in alignment with Hilton systems and policies, ensuring compliance
and operational efficiency. 

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