Director of Special Events

Company Description

With over 45 years of international experience, Dewan Consultants is a recruitment company based in Mumbai, India. Operating from strategic hubs in India, Dubai, and Saudi Arabia, we specialize in diverse sectors such as hospitality, manufacturing, banking, construction, oil & gas, aviation, and automotive. We are known for our global reach, efficient screening process, and complete solutions to ensure a seamless recruitment experience for candidates.

Job Role - Director of Events & Weddings reporting directly to the Vice President of Sales, the Director of Weddings & Events plays a pivotal role in orchestrating all facets of wedding and event operations, combining strategic leadership with hands-on execution. This position is responsible for driving departmental performance through effective budgeting, staff development, vendor coordination, and guest service excellence. By overseeing daily operations, managing high-profile events, and fostering team growth, the director ensures that every experience is flawlessly delivered and aligned with brand standards. The role also emphasizes innovation, business development, and maintaining competitive offerings in the wedding industry, all while cultivating a culture of service, precision, and continuous improvement.

Job Location - Dubai

Essential Duties & Tasks :

Sales & Business Development

• Create and implement a strategy to attract destination weddings, as well as local and regional large family weddings and social events.
• Collaborate with the Marketing team to create a Wedding and Event offering and market it through appropriate channels to achieve optimal reach and effectiveness.
• It is essential to establish a targeted strategy for the Indian market to attract destination wedding business from high-net-worth individuals.
• Represent the resort at trade shows, road shows, wedding forums, presentations, and sales trips. Actively prospect for attractive new business and create opportunities for growth.
• Daily responsibilities include booking weddings, supporting managers, as well as managing contracts, billing, deposits, and prepayments.
• Remain flexible in booking policies to maximize business opportunities.
• Make decisions based on business trends, guest service, and revenue potential.
• Network with managers and external venues to identify growth opportunities.
• Accept networking opportunities with on-site and off-site industry contacts.
• Consistently adhere to the 8 Wynn Promises and Brand Values, ensuring alignment with company culture and guest expectations.

Departmental Operations & Oversight

Financial Planning & Budget Management

Reporting & Strategic Review

Team Leadership & Development

Guest Experience & Event Execution

Education :

Salary - AED 40000 plus other benefits like accommodation & transportation

Interested candidates may kindly send their resume to [HIDDEN TEXT] or contact on +91 22 42146700

Skills Required

Financial Planning, Budgeting, Team Leadership, vendor coordination