Event Sales Manager

Description: At Thompson Seattle u2014 part of Hyatt u2014 we believe our guests choose us for our caring, attentive associates who deliver efficient service and meaningful experiences. The Event Sales Manager plays a key role in shaping those experiences by driving event revenue across the hotelu2019s most soughtu2011after venues, including The Nest rooftop lounge, 2nd Floor function spaces, and larger events within Conversation. This role is ideal for a salesu2011forward, relationshipu2011driven professional who thrives in a fastu2011paced environment and understands the full event lifecycle. The Event Sales Manager is responsible for selling and contracting weddings (welcome parties, receptions, brunches), social celebrations, corporate happy hours, milestone events, and meetings. While the primary focus is proactive and reactive selling, the manager will also support planning and detailing based on business levels and seasonality u2014 not restricted by event lead time. The position requires strong communication skills, a passion for hospitality, and the ability to collaborate seamlessly with Sales, Events, Operations, and Culinary teams to ensure every event reflects the Thompson brand. Sales & Business Development + Sell event space across The Nest, 2nd Floor function rooms, and Conversation for weddings, social events, corporate gatherings, and meetings. + Conduct site inspections, host planning tours, and represent the Thompson brand with professionalism and creativity. + Respond to incoming leads from email, phone, walku2011ins, wedding platforms, and referral partners. + Prepare and present tailored proposals, contracts, and event packages that reflect client needs and hotel standards. + Prospect and cultivate local accounts with potential for repeat business and longu2011term partnerships. + Maintain accurate records, reports, and client communication within Hyatt systems. Event Detailing & Planning Support + Support planning and detailing for events of all lead times, including menu planning, timelines, floor plans, rental needs, du00e9cor, and AV coordination. + Host tastings, planning meetings, and preu2011event walkthroughs as needed. + Ensure timely collection of deposits, final payments, and required documentation. + Provide thorough turnover to the Event Coordinator and Operations teams to ensure flawless execution. + Support onsite needs during peak seasons or highu2011impact events. Client & Internal Collaboration + Build and strengthen relationships with new and existing clients to encourage rebookings and referrals. + Serve as a trusted advisor by understanding client goals and recommending the best spaces, services, and enhancements. + Partner closely with Sales, Events, Culinary, Beverage, and Front Office teams to ensure alignment and exceptional service delivery. + Participate in and occasionally lead sales, event, and preu2011convention meetings. + Work collaboratively with the Event Coordinator and other support staff. Qualifications: + A genuine desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fastu2011paced, guestu2011focused environment. + Refined verbal and written communication skills. + Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and followu2011through. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to quickly learn proprietary systems. + Hotel sales or event planning experience strongly preferred; minimum of 1u20132 years in a related role. + Ability to work effectively under pressure, adapt to changing priorities, and manage multiple events simultaneously. + Strong negotiation, presentation, and relationshipu2011building skills. Why Thompson Seattle + Thompson associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet offers meaningful rewards u2014 from career growth to a supportive, creative workplace culture. If you are energized by crafting memorable experiences, building relationships, and elevating a luxury lifestyle brand, weu2019re ready for you. _All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status._ Benefits available with this position include: + Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance (Full-Time) after 30 days of employment + 401k & Retirement Savings Plan (RSP) + Basic Life Insurance + Short term disability insurance + New Child Leave & Adoption Assistance + Compassionate Leave + _Paid Time Off:_ u00b7 Thompson Seattle colleagues begin accruing Vacation Time on their first day of service. At six months of service, colleagues are vested in the time they have been accruing. Full Time & Part Time Colleagues are eligible for vacation time. + Hire Date Through Four Years u2013 10 Days or 80 hours + Five to Nine Years u2013 15 Days or 120 hours + 10 years or greater u2013 20 Days or 160 hours + _Sick Leave:_ + Full time, part time and on-call colleagues accrue and have the right to utilize sick and safe time according to Seattleu2019s Paid Sick and Safe Time Ordinance. As a Tier Three employer all colleagues accrue one (1) hour of paid sick and safe time for every 30 hours worked starting on their hire date, however, these colleagues cannot use their accrued sick time until they have completed 90-days of employment with Hyatt + Extended Illness Days: unused sick and safe time in excess of 72 hours converted to Extended Illness Days at the end of each calendar year + _Holiday Pay:_ + Full-time colleagues are eligible for holiday pay on their first day of employment. The paid holidays for eligible colleagues recognized by our hotel are: New Yearu2019s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and 2 pre-approved days for Floating Holidays. Additional perks may include: + Colleague Discounted Rates as of the 1 st day of employment + Complimentary Room Nights for full-time and part-time positions after 90 days of employment + Flexible Spending Account + Subsidized ORCA Pass or free parking + Tuition Reimbursement of $1,000.00 per calendar year + Cellphone Reimbursement + Complimentary Dry Cleaning + Employee Assistance Program + Relocation assistance Wage Information: Pay ranges are listed on each job posting individually. Non-exempt managers: The hourly rate for this position is $31.5789, annualized at $78,000.00 salary based on 45 number of hours. Primary Location: US-WA-Seattle Organization: Thompson Seattle Pay Basis: Hourly Job Level: Full-time Job: Catering/Event Planning Req ID: SEA005469Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.

Created: 2026-01-28