- Full-Time
- Permanent
- FAIRMONT
- Sales & Marketing
__jobinformationwidget.freetext.LocationText__
Fairmont St Andrews - Scotland, St Andrews, United Kingdom
__jobinformationwidget.freetext.ExternalReference__
REF72148M
Head of Events
Region
Luxury & Lifestyle
Fairmont St. Andrews encapsulates luxury and this experience begins and ends with our colleagues. Fairmont St Andrews is one of Scotland’s most iconic 5-star luxury hotels and resorts in the home of golf.
Our 213-bedroom property is located on the outskirts of St Andrews, boasting 2 championship golf courses and an award-winning spa and leisure facility. With multiple food and beverage venues on site, including our two AA Rosette Restaurant, St Andrews Clubhouse & Grill - serving the finest Scottish steak and seafood, we are able to offer our guests a world class experience for dining and leisure activities, right here on property.
Within 20 minutes from Leuchars Railway station and 35 minutes from Dundee, we are an easy commute from numerous Scottish destinations.
Job Title: Head of Events
Location: St Andrews, Fife
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
We are seeking an experienced and driven Head of Events to lead and develop our Events and Event Sales teams. You will be responsible for the successful planning, coordination, and delivery of all corporate and social events, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and strong financial performance.
In this key leadership role, you’ll manage the full event life cycle — from enquiry and sales through to execution and post-event billing. You'll work closely with clients, internal departments, and senior leadership to ensure every event runs smoothly, on brand, and on budget.
A little bit more about what you will be doing:
Oversee planning and delivery of all meetings, events, and functions
Manage the events enquiry process, contracts, and timelines
Lead, support, and develop a high-performing events team
Maintain strong client relationships and provide expert event guidance
Liaise with all departments to ensure smooth coordination and service
Review and manage event billing, reporting, and financial targets
Ensure adherence to brand standards and service excellence
Drive revenue through strategic space management and pricing
Lead key meetings (e.g. BEOs, forecasts, operations handovers)
We’re looking for a strategic leader with a passion for hospitality, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to inspire a team. You’ll be solutions-focused, guest-centric, and confident in a fast-paced, high-standard environment.
- Generating revenue and managing a culture of upselling within the team.
- Experience of managing large events
- Luxury/ Five Star background preferred
- A dynamic go getter ready to take their career to the next level
- Eligible to work within the UK
What is in it for you:
- Staff shuttle service to/from St Andrews
- Complimentary staff canteen
- 50% off dining in our Food and Beverage outlets
- Employee rates for Spa treatments and green fees
- Access to gym and pool services
- Growth opportunities
- On-the-job training
- Regular social events
Discover a world where life pulses with passion
Diversity & Inclusion for Accor means welcoming each and everyone and respecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities and skills in extending employment and development opportunities. Our ambition is to provide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellent working conditions and to promote the development of all people, including those with disabilities.
When applying, do not hesitate to let us know of any specific needs you may have so that we can take them into consideration.
LET
YOUR PASSION SHINE
We foster
our creativity, our excellence and progressiveness. We interconnect with
each other and our environment, to create a new kind of quiet luxury. With us, you can take pride in
being part of a wider global team leading the way in local sustainability
initiatives. Working together with our communities, we will empower you to
make your own meaningful impact.
Let your passion shine
We take pride in promoting heartfelt hospitality with a French Zest, valuing passion, excellence and emotional intelligence. We pioneer a committed and sustainable approach to luxury, encouraging openness and inclusivity. We value new encounters with colleagues and guests from all horizons with a goal of creating a distinctive culture together.
JOIN US
Related jobs
Salary
Location
, Doha, Qatar
Experience Level
Associate
Job Schedule
Full-Time
Brands
PULLMAN
Job type
Permanent
Locations
Doha
Job Category
Sales & Marketing
Description
Identify and develop new outside catering business opportunities.Respond to client inquiries, prepare proposals, and conduct site visits.Coordinate with culinary, F&B service, and logistics teams to e
Reference
94f1b453-92ec-4f25-b179-d4a4e2a943ba
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Raffles The Palm Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Experience Level
Mid-Senior Level
Job Schedule
Full-Time
Brands
RAFFLES
Job type
Permanent
Locations
Dubai
Job Category
Sales & Marketing
Description
The PositionThe Assistant Reservations Manager supports the Reservations Manager in overseeing all aspects of the hotel’s booking operations. This role ensures that reservations are handled efficientl
Reference
1f94a644-6cb8-46fc-8c14-85758820ddb2
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Novotel Chennai Chamiers Road, Chennai, India
Experience Level
Executive
Job Schedule
Full-Time
Brands
ACCOR
Job type
Permanent
Locations
Chennai
Job Category
Sales & Marketing
Description
We are seeking a dynamic Marketing Executive to join our team in Novotel Chennai Chamiers Road, India. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive marketing str
Reference
1cdb28ee-8b36-47be-94b7-7f6e7ab8eddc
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Mercure Miri City Centre, Miri, Malaysia
Experience Level
Director
Job Schedule
Full-Time
Brands
MERCURE
Job type
Permanent
Locations
Malaysia
Job Category
Sales & Marketing
Description
This position is responsible for the planning and management of the overall sales of the hotel to achieve optimal occupancy, maximizing revenue and meeting/exceeding hotel profit objectives.Business P
Reference
6c4e2225-5c2c-4bcd-99a3-6705fe796252
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
, Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam
Experience Level
Executive
Job Schedule
Full-Time
Brands
M GALLERY
Job type
Permanent
Locations
Vietnam
Job Category
Sales & Marketing
Description
1. WORK PLACE: Award-winning luxury resort in the South of Vietnam with offices in Ho Chi Minh City. You will be part of the Accor family working as a brand marketer specializing in content and market
Reference
7f955350-2a5e-4dc9-8fdb-80e41d882166
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Fairmont Austin, Austin, United States
Experience Level
Entry Level
Job Schedule
Full-Time
Brands
FAIRMONT
Job type
Permanent
Locations
Austin
Job Category
Sales & Marketing
Description
Serves as the liaison between Event Service Managers and all operational departments with onsite meeting contact. This position is highly visible and the central point for handling and addressing spec
Reference
357777cd-708d-4065-979a-8f1ee147390e
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Mercure Belo Horizonte Lourdes, Belo Horizonte, Brazil
Experience Level
Not Applicable
Job Schedule
Full-Time
Brands
ACCOR
Job type
Permanent
Locations
Belo Horizonte
Job Category
Sales & Marketing
Description
Realizar a venda dos apartamentos, prestando informações gerais aos clientes sobre as instalações e serviços do hotel, assim como negociando tarifas com base em parâmetros preestabelecidos. • Encami
Reference
cb50af45-216f-470e-ab78-cb87a0da710f
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Novotel London Wembley, Wembley, United Kingdom
Experience Level
Mid-Senior Level
Job Schedule
Full-Time
Brands
NOVOTEL
Job type
Permanent
Locations
Wembley
Job Category
Sales & Marketing
Description
Sales Manager Through your passion and motivation, you sell memorable experience to guests who stay in your property. You are professional and knowledgeable about your property, and you build strong
Reference
9d33c661-3dc3-42a7-8099-dfacb757948a
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Novotel Coventry M6 J3, Midlands, Manchester & Newcastle, United Kingdom
Experience Level
Not Applicable
Job Schedule
Full-Time
Brands
NOVOTEL
Job type
Permanent
Locations
United Kingdom
Job Category
Sales & Marketing
Description
We are recruiting for two Sales Executives to support the Midlands, Manchester and Newcastle areas!About Fairview HotelsFairview Hotels is a well-established and expanding UK hotel group, offering a d
Reference
4db14d13-a5e4-4842-a9a2-a1aaec681b43
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Novotel London Blackfriars, London, United Kingdom
Experience Level
Associate
Job Schedule
Full-Time
Brands
NOVOTEL
Job type
Permanent
Locations
London
Job Category
Sales & Marketing
Description
As a Cluster Sales Executive, you will be responsible for generating revenue through the sale of MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) packages and services to corporate clients an
Reference
f6d3a92b-50d1-41fe-b367-3c990205c238
Expiry Date
01/01/0001