Events Manager

About this role

OPASS Limited, a Lagos-based company in the hospitality sector, is recruiting an Events Manager for a client in the hospitality industry. The role covers planning, sales, coordination and on-site execution of events to maximise revenue and guest satisfaction, including conferences, weddings, corporate events and other functions. The candidate will generate new event business, manage client relations, and oversee event operations from enquiry to completion. The position involves working with multiple hotel departments and external partners to ensure smooth delivery and profitability.

What you would do

• Develop and pursue strategies to increase event bookings and revenue
• Identify and engage corporate, social and institutional clients
• Conduct tours for prospective clients and prepare quotations and proposals
• Negotiate event contracts within hotel policies
• Maintain a database of clients and convert leads to bookings
• Build partnerships with event planners, caterers and other industry partners
• Manage events from enquiry through completion, including briefs and run sheets
• Coordinate venue setup, menus, F&B requirements, and technical needs
• Oversee event day operations, staff, vendors and timelines
• Ensure safety, service delivery and guest satisfaction throughout events

What they are asking for

• Bachelor’s degree or HND in Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Business Administration, Marketing, Event Management or related field
• 4 to 6 years’ experience in event management, hospitality, banqueting or hotel operations
• At least 2 years in a supervisory or management role
• Experience in a reputable hotel, event centre or hospitality company
• Strong knowledge of event planning and hotel banquet operations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
• Desirable: professional certification in event or hospitality management; sales/marketing experience; hotel PMS/event management system knowledge; corporate conference experience; international hotel-brand experience

Listing details are summarised from the source. Always confirm the role and the employer on the original posting before applying, and never pay to apply for a job.