Events Manager / EMM

Los Angeles Athletic Club

Los Angeles, CA

JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Los Angeles, CA
POSTED
11 days ago

The Events Manager is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of private events and group bookings within the club and hotel. This includes initial client contact, proposal development, contract administration, event planning, internal coordination, and onsite execution as needed. The role manages social dining events, meetings, multi-day bookings, cinema events, vignette/FSM bookings, and group room blocks, while ensuring a seamless client experience and strong internal communication across departments.

This position plays a key role in revenue generation, operational accuracy, and member/client relationship management. This role operates with autonomy in client management while escalating pricing strategy or complex negotiations to the Senior Events Manager as required. Works collaboratively with: Sales, Reservations, Finance, Operations, Culinary and Senior Leadership.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Sales Administration

  • Manage incoming group room RFPs (6+ rooms) and qualifying event inquiries
  • Respond to all incoming leads in a timely and strategic manner to maximize conversion
  • Handle rate requests and distribute approved rates to group leads
  • Conduct client site visits to support booking conversion
  • Build, present, and issue detailed event proposals
  • Assume proposal management from Coordinator once RFP responses are issued
  • Proactively follow up on proposals to drive confirmed bookings
  • Achieve quarterly booking and revenue goals
  • Prepare and issue event and room block contracts, including secure payment links
  • Obtain required documentation, including certificates of insurance (COIs)
  • Collect rooming lists, catering selections, and event setup details from clients
  • Ensure guest rooms and meeting spaces are properly blocked and reflected in systems
  • Maintain accurate booking records within GRC
  • Send pre-arrival communications to group clients
  • Build comprehensive Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) for private and programming events
  • Obtain final client approval and signed BEO confirmation
  • Ensure all documentation is complete and distributed to relevant departments
  • Collect deposits, final payments, and outstanding balances in accordance with company procedures
  • Ensure proper pre- and post-function payment processes are followed
  • Submit all guest checks, master folios, and deposits to Accounting
  • Partner with Accounting and Front Office to verify billing accuracy prior to client distribution
  • Issue final invoices and post-event communications
  • Work closely with Banquet and F&B teams to align on guest expectations
  • Establish on-site client contact as required and facilitate handoff to service team
  • Anticipate and resolve group-related issues in coordination with operational departments

OPERATIONAL PLANNING

  • Assess event requirements and determine appropriate staffing levels in collaboration with operational leadership
  • Develop, finalize, and distribute detailed event floorplans aligned with client specifications
  • Build and deliver finalized Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) to operational teams
  • Lead BEO meetings to ensure cross-departmental alignment and clarity of execution
  • Communicate A/V requirements to designated internal contacts
  • Coordinate external vendors and suppliers, including submission of rental orders as required
  • Manage event permits and compliance requirements where applicable
  • Maintain accurate tracking of event-related inventory and rental items
  • Provide onsite event management and serve as client contact as required
  • Ensure event setup aligns with contracted specifications and approved BEO details
  • Address client needs and operational adjustments in real time to ensure seamless execution
  • Transition event oversight to operations leadership following the initial execution phase
  • Participate in programming and calendar meetings to maintain awareness of upcoming events and space utilization
  • Coordinate VIP amenities and special arrangements for member and group bookings

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

  • Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience within the industry
  • Must have a high level of attention to detail and strong organizational skills to facilitate the coordination of all departments in fulfilling the client's requests
  • Must have strong communication and organizational skills with guests, management, and co-workers to their understanding
  • Prioritize and organize work assignments, have timely follow up and execution
  • Proficiency with CRM and event management systems; TripleSeat experience preferred
  • Technologically sound with Microsoft Office applications
  • Ability to understand guests' service needs & requests in a polite manner
  • Ability to apply logical thinking and understanding to carry out written and oral instructions
  • Ability to address and solve problems involving guest and operational issues
  • Flexibility to support business needs, including evenings or weekends when required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Requires standing, walking and sitting frequently and fluctuates depending on the day
  • Requires use of computer and visual acuity on a frequent basis.
  • Ability to move throughout the club to observe operations and attend meetings.
  • Occasional lifting of materials or equipment will also vary depending on the activity being performed.

About the Company

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Los Angeles Athletic Club