Event Manager

About IHG and the InterContinental Indianapolis

InterContinental Indianapolis brings refined luxury to Indy’s iconic Monument Circle. Opening Winter 2025.

This opening is not just a hotel launch, it’s an event for the city and we’re looking for the right team to shape its future. The landmarked Illinois Building showcases a $110 M restoration to feature 170 Modern Guestrooms, 17 Luxurious Suites, Serliana Café and Astrea Rooftop Bar with stunning views of Monument Circle.

This will be a masterclass in #Hospitality; an invitation for you to pursue your passion for service and inspire incredible things for our guests, our team members and yourself.

Explore our very own InterContinental Hotels & Resorts – a truly international brand. Discover a modern, globally-focused culture where world travelers feel at home. Live the InterContinental life. You’ll find us in beautifully restored buildings and many exciting new developments. With 60 properties in the pipeline, our extraordinary world is set to expand.

We cultivate engaging environments for our colleagues and guests by enlivening our IHG Core Values:

• Do the right thing
• Show we care
• Aim higher
• Celebrate difference
• Work better together

At IHG we promise to give colleagues:

• Room to Belong: Enable
• Room to Grow: Enrich
• Room to Make a Difference: Empower

The InterContinental creates exceptional experiences through our Brand Values by being:

• Thoughtful
• Cultured
• Remarkable

The pillars of our InterContinental brand culture lay the foundation for inspiring incredible experiences:

• We Invite Discovery
• We Embrace Empowerment
• We Champion Possibility

A little taste of your day-to-day

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:

Event Planning and Development:

• Meet with clients or internal stakeholders to understand event objectives, target audience, and budget.
• Develop detailed event plans, including timelines, budgets, venue selection, catering, entertainment, and logistics.
• Create proposals and presentations for clients or management approval.

Vendor Management:

• Research, negotiate with, and manage vendors, including caterers, venues, decorators, A/V technicians, and entertainment providers.
• Ensure vendors deliver services according to agreed-upon contracts and quality standards.

Budget Management:

• Develop and manage event budgets, tracking expenses and ensuring cost-effectiveness.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with vendors to maximize value.

Logistics and Operations:

• Oversee all logistical aspects of events, including venue setup, registration, transportation, and on-site coordination.
• Manage event staff and volunteers, providing clear instructions and ensuring smooth operations.
• Troubleshoot any issues that arise during events.

Marketing and Promotion (Sometimes):

• Collaborate with marketing teams to promote events and attract attendees.
• Manage event registration and ticketing processes.

Post-Event Evaluation:

• Conduct post-event evaluations to gather feedback and identify areas for improvement.
• Prepare post-event reports summarizing event outcomes and financial performance.

Guest Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Provide excellent customer service and ensure client satisfaction.

What we need from you

• The strength to lift, push and pull big objects up to 50lbs (23 kg) which can also involve bending and kneeling
• A good grasp of reading, writing and basic math
• The flexibility to work night, weekend, and holiday shifts
• Compliance with local laws on food handling and serving alcohol – you’ll need to be above the minimum age required and fluent in the local language
• Great communication – you’ll be warm, welcoming, and easy to talk to

What you can expect from us

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including a full uniform, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

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 well-being framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

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

Important information:

• The salary range listed is the lowest to highest pay scale we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.
• No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until it is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or other form of compensation allocable to a particular employee remain in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
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