Area Event Manager

At Waterford Hotel Group we pride ourselves on cultivating a workplace that feels like home and brings out the best in you, each and every day. We celebrate your successes, your strengths will be appreciated, and a place where each of us can truly be ourselves. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, a tight-knit and supportive work environment, plus numerous opportunities for professional development and advancement. Come for a JOB, stay for a CAREER.

Area Event Manager

J Collection | New Orleans

We are excited to announce an exceptional opportunity for an Area Event Manager to support a portfolio of eleven (11) distinctive boutique hotels in the heart of New Orleans. This role is ideal for an organized, creative, and guest-focused event professional who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-property environment and has a passion for bringing unforgettable experiences to life.

The Area Event Manager will play a key role in the planning, coordination, and execution of corporate events, retreats, weddings, and social functions, ensuring seamless delivery from initial planning through post-event follow-up.

Position Overview

Reporting directly to the Director of Sales & Marketing, the Area Event Manager is responsible for providing exceptional client service while overseeing all aspects of event planning and execution across the J Collection New Orleans portfolio. This includes managing logistics, coordinating vendors, detailing events, and serving as the on-site point of contact to ensure every event reflects the unique character of each property.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage events from concept through completion, ensuring alignment with client goals, budgets, and timelines

• Detail all aspects of retreats, weddings, social, and corporate events

• Collaborate with clients to understand objectives and provide creative recommendations to enhance event success

• Source, negotiate, and coordinate with vendors and suppliers

• Oversee event logistics, timelines, and on-site execution

• Serve as the primary facility contact on the day of the event

• Approve all event elements prior to execution

• Proactively resolve issues to ensure a smooth and successful event experience

• Coordinate post-event follow-up and analyze event success

• Maintain clear communication with hotel teams and sales leadership across all properties

Qualifications & Requirements

• 1–2 years of event planning or coordination experience preferred

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple events across multiple locations

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and client service skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)

• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and guest-focused

• Ability to work a flexible, event-driven schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays

• Must be able to pass a background check

Benefits

EOE M/F/D/V