Marketing and Events Coordinator

Sofitel New York is looking for a self-motivated, enthusiastic hospitality professional to join our dynamic sales team as Marketing and Events Coordinator.

Join us at Accor, where life pulses with passion!​

As a pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries. While each brand has its own personality, where you will be able to truly find yourself, they all share a common ambition: to keep innovating and challenging the status-quo.​

By joining us, you will become a Heartist®, because hospitality is, first and foremost, a work of heart.​

You will join a caring environment and a team where you can be all you are. You will be in a supportive place to grow, to fulfil yourself, to discover other professions and to pursue career opportunities, in your hotel or in other hospitality environments, in your country or anywhere in the world!​

What is in it for you:

You will work with an award-winning creative, driven group of professionals at our, soon to be, brand flagship NYC luxury hotel. Our meeting and event space renovation has been completed, and with our upcoming extensive rooms and suites refurbishment, you will get to experience a rare occasion - embarking on a luxury hotel transformation in Midtown Manhattan.

With the global footprint of ACCOR Hotels, you also have the opportunity to grow and advance within the company and work with colleagues from all over the world on a daily basis. We have some of the best benefits in the industry, including hotel discounts, quarterly bonus potential, 401k Match, free daily lunch and so much more! The hotel is convenient to all public transportation, a short walk to Grand Central and Port Authority, which makes for an easy commute.

Your team and working environment:

Our award-winning hotel is steps away from Fifth Avenue, Rockefeller Center, Times Square, Broadway, and Bryant Park.  

Our 398 spacious, luxurious guest rooms include 52 one-bedroom suites and provide a haven in the midst of the hustle and bustle of the city.  With French inspiration, our ambassadors deliver service from the heart and lifelong memories one guest at a time.

You will enjoy exclusive benefits, specific to the sector and beyond, as well as strong recognition for your daily commitment.​

Everything you will do with us, regardless of your profession, will offer a deep sense of meaning, to create lasting, memorable and impactful experiences for your customers, for your colleagues and for the planet.

Hospitality is a work of heart,​
Join us and become a Heartist®.

• Pay Rate: $27 - $30.00 

What you will be doing - Marketing:

With your strong communication and organizational skills, you will work closely with the Director of Sales and Marketing providing efficient and professional support for all aspects of marketing, including media, travel writer and influencer vetting and coordination, photoshoot management with agency partners, and coordinating VIP details and communication.

What you will be doing - Groups and Event Services:

As the Marketing and Events Coordinator, you will also be responsible for servicing events, high profile groups and others as assigned. These responsibilities include, but are not limited to, BEO preparation, vendor relations, signage and floorplan management. You will assist with maintaining Delphi accounts(CRM), including traces, creating and updating bookings, and managing the function diary, in addition to ensuring accuracy of banquet checks and final bill review upon completion of program or event. Distribution of change log, BEOs, and daily events listing correspondence to all departments as required. Teamwork is essential, as this position requires close collaboration with banqueting and operations teams to deliver flawless events and overall experience. Attend meetings and training sessions as necessary.  

Your experience and skills include:

A minimum of one year in a luxury hotel, ideally in NYC, or three years in luxury retail background preferred. Extensive experience is required with MS Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint), and additional experience in Delphi, Opera, Social Tables and Cvent preferred. The ideal candidate will have a passion for customer service, attention to details, and possess a genuine desire to meet and exceed expectations and deadlines, with the ability to connect well with a diverse clientele.

Candidate must be organized, be a team player and have exceptional verbal and written communication skills.   

Able to multi-task and work in fast-paced environment is essential in order to be successful in this role. Assist with additional projects or requests as needed. 

Second language preferred, French highly desirable.  

Flexible schedule may be required at times due to some weekend and/or evening event activity.

Ability to lift, push and pull up to 20 pounds. Ability to sit, stand, and walk up to 8 hours.

Union experience a plus!

Ideally, situated steps away from Fifth Avenue, Times Square and Grand Central Station, Sofitel New York’s 398 spacious guest rooms and suites provide a haven in the midst of the hustle and bustle of the city.  With French inspiration, our ambassadors deliver service from the heart and lifelong memories one guest at a time.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We are 280,000 women and men placing people at the heart of what we do, and nurturing real passion for service and achievement Joining Accor means embarking on a unique life journey to imagine tomorrow's hospitality.
To join our Group, please visit https://careers.accor.com/