Assistant Group Conference & Events Manager

Job Ref: AM15484Branch: The Caledonian EdinburghLocation: The Caledonian, EdinburghSalary/Benefits: Salary Dependent on Experience \+ Exclusive BenefitsContract type: PermanentHours: Full TimeHours per week: 40 Hours Per WeekPosted date: 03/06/2026Closing date: 31/07/2026

At The Caledonian Edinburgh, our Groups, Conference \& Events department curates extraordinary experiences for guests, delegates and organisers from across the globe. We are seeking a Assistant GC\&E Manager to lead and inspire the team, ensuring flawless planning, excellent conversion and luxury\-standard client journeys that reflect the heritage and elegance of the “Caley.”

The Person:

• Experienced in a GC\&E supervisory or similar sales/events role within hospitality


• A confident leader with excellent organisational and administrative skills


• Positive, polished communicator with strong IT knowledge, including Microsoft Office


• Detail\-driven, resilient and capable of thriving in fast\-paced, high\-pressure environments


• Strong numerical skills, data\-aware and comfortable analysing performance metrics.

• Lead, coach and motivate the GC\&E team to achieve revenue and conversion targets


• Manage incoming enquiries, supporting the team to maximise sales opportunities


• Oversee planning, event coordination and billing to ensure seamless client experiences


• Build strong relationships with key customers and internal departments


• Support departmental KPI setting, performance management and promotional activity.

• Guide the GC\&E team in enquiry handling, conversion and proposal excellence


• Drive departmental goals, revenue maximisation and guest satisfaction


• Ensure events are planned to Waldorf Astoria standards, including VIP and large\-scale functions


• Collaborate effectively across commercial and operational teams


• Represent the department in promotional activities and client engagement.

• Free and healthy meals when on duty


• 50% off our Food \& Beverage Venues – The Court \& Caley Bar


• Discounted use of Leisure Facilities


• Go Hilton Team Member Travel Program, offering discounted room nights at all Hilton branded properties worldwide, starting at £45 per night


• Opportunities for your personal development within the Hotel Group Brand Portfolio


• Fully funded apprenticeships – T\&Cs apply


• 28 Days of Annual Leave, increasing with long service


• Pension enrolment


• We can coach, train and develop you to help find your passion \- whether it is exploring your first role or your next step in the exciting world of hospitality!

At The Caledonian Edinburgh, you’ll be part of a team that values excellence, craftsmanship and genuine hospitality. With Klarent Hospitality, your career is supported by investment in people, diversity and long\-term growth.

Begin your journey with one of Edinburgh’s most iconic hotels.

Learn more: www.klarenthospitality.com/careers

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