With its fantastic location in the heart of Amsterdam's business hub, minutes away from the RAI convention centre, Crowne Plaza Amsterdam - South is the ideal spot for business and meeting in Amsterdam South. Part of the IHG hotels group, the Hotel features 207 rooms and 7 meeting venues, De Japanner restaurant and Manhattan Bar and Lounge.

Job Summary:

The Meetings and Events Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing a variety of meetings, conferences, and events. This role involves coordinating all logistical aspects, ensuring that each event runs smoothly from planning to billing and meets the objectives of the organization. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and has excellent communication and multitasking skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Event Planning and Management:
• Plan, coordinate, and execute groups meetings, and events from proposal to completion.
• Follow up on enquiries and support conversion .
• Managing the technical aspect of bookings once confirmed and prepare function sheets for operation meetings
• Follow up on post event feedback with the event booker
• Follow up on billing and invoicing related to groups meetings and events
• Analyse event success and areas for improvement, providing detailed reports and recommendations.
• Be part of commercial promotional activations for meetings and events
• Support meeting and events executives in finalizing their respective bookings and events.
• Ensure compliance with all organizational policies and procedures.
• Possible part time.

Responsible business​

• You are aware of the Fire Life Safety and Safety standards of your department and you know how to use these. ​
• You'll work following the Green Engage Standards. ​

What we need from you:

·        Secondary Hotel School or Hotel Management

·        Speaks and writes fluently Dutch and English

·        Numerical insight and analytical skills

·        Able to prioritize

·        Positive and can-do attitude

·        Good communication skills and good telephone technique

·        Experience with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and Opera is a plus

·        Well-groomed appearance

What we offer

Besides a fair and competitive salary, you can enjoy the advantages of a large international group and the comfort of a local family hotel. The best of both worlds!

As part of the IHG network, here are the benefits offered to you:

•  Employee discount for all 6000+ hotels in the IHG network
• Friends and family rates to share with your close ones
• Up to 50% discount at the related bars and restaurants in the network
• International career opportunity: today in Amsterdam but tomorrow in Aruba, New York or Rome

Crowne Plaza Amsterdam-South also has its own perks:

• Easy to reach: only 5-minute walk from metro and train station Amsterdam Zuid;
• A vibrant neighbourhood with bars, restaurants, shops and a Thursday market with local products;
• Homemade lunch/dinner provided during your working hours;
• A discounted agreement for your health insurance;
• Personal development such as training, internal growth and coaching;
• A CultuurWerkt! account for you to get discounted tickets for theatre, cinema, dance...everything culture;
• A discount on your ClassPass account for you to book workouts, beauty appointments or healthy meals;
• Discount at Doctor Feelgood, the massage company across the street;
• You can also use the gym facilities at the hotel, as long as it does not disturb any guests ;
• In-House Experience;
• A fun team of like-minded people;

IHG gives every member of the team the Room they need to Belong, Grow and Make A Difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well - both inside and outside of work - and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting well-being in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

So, join us and you'll become part of our ever-growing global family.

What we need from you:

·        Secondary Hotel School or Hotel Management

·        Speaks and writes fluently in Dutch and English

·        Numerical insight and analytical skills

·        Able to prioritize

·        Positive and can-do attitude

·        Good communication skills and good telephone technique

·        Experience with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and Opera is a plus

·        Well-groomed appearance