Events Manager

Killarney Conference and Events, part of Gleneagle, has an exciting vacancy for an Events Manager. Reporting to the Director of Business Tourism and working closely with the hotel senior management team. This exciting opportunity involves delivering a diverse programme of meetings, conferences, corporate and incentive events for both Irish and international clients.

About The Role

About the role

As Events Manager, you will be part of a small, specialist team within Gleneagle, responsible for the end-to-end planning and delivery of meetings, conferences, corporate, and incentive events. You’ll work closely with the Gleneagle management teams to ensure seamless execution and exceptional guest experiences.

This role encompasses all aspects of event organisation, management, and delivery—from client engagement and key account management to new client onboarding, venue scheduling, event schedule development, and providing accurate handovers to the hotel operations team. You’ll also collaborate with hotel management throughout the event lifecycle to ensure flawless delivery.

Main duties of the role

Key Account and Relationship Management – contact person for clients, managing and hosting site visits, proactively maintain contact with Clients, client onboarding.

Sales support - operational/technical sales support, anticipate event and client needs, assist and advise Clients and Sales Teams in selecting the facilities and services they need

Communication, planning and organising - Gather and interpret information for detailed and concise event schedules, manage the space and scheduling of events on venue management software, attends / leads event planning meetings, provide accurate and complete handover to the hotel operational team, work with Production Manager on technical and audio/visual specs

Compliance - Keep track of event finances including but not limited to costs, revenues, invoicing. Manage event contracts including the timely issuance of contracts, estimates, event summaries, post events summaries and customer surveys. Maintain and protect the business tourism brand, image and reputation

Experience, skills and personal attributes in addition to those above

• What you do need is to be a highly organised professional with proven ability to build and maintain relationships, with laser like focus on attention to detail, who is equally comfortable dealing with both existing clients and new clients in face-to-face communication, telephone, and email as they plan their event with us.
• You need to be confident, assertive, and persuasive in dealing with both internal and external stakeholders and comfortable working in an environment that can be fast paced at times.
• You will have worked in event organisation or delivery on a smaller scale and are looking to gain experience in Irelands premier event centre.
• A lack of experience of high-volume events should not deter you from applying for this role as the principles of exceptional guest care, comprehensive communication with client and hotel team, teamwork, attention to detail and following up on commitments made apply regardless of the event size.

This role requires flexibility in accordance to the needs of the business, with some evening and weekend work during peak periods.

Required Criteria

• qualification in Event Management or a related field

Desired Criteria

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience managing large-scale entertainment and/or corporate events

Skills Needed

About The Company

Rooted in the heart of Munster and guided by the third generation of the O’Donoghue family, The Gleneagle Hotel Group is more than a business — it's a legacy of hospitality, connection, and community. What began as a family-run hotel has grown into one of Ireland’s most dynamic hospitality groups, now the largest employer in Munster’s tourism sector, with over 450 passionate team members during peak seasons.

With a portfolio that includes the Gleneagle Hotel & Apartments, Scotts Hotel, The Maritime Hotel in Bantry, and Gleneagle Arena, the group offers far more than jobs — it offers careers with purpose. From front-of-house service to live entertainment and event management, every role contributes to creating unforgettable experiences for guests and lasting pride for our people.

Company Culture

Recognised among Ireland’s Best Workplaces in Hospitality and proudly Great Place to Work®-certified, The Gleneagle Hotel Group is a place where talent is nurtured, potential is realised, and careers are built from the inside out. Here, individuals don’t just find a job — they discover a path, with access to training, internal progression, and meaningful development at every stage.

At our core, we believe in the power of teamwork, inclusion, and shared excellence. An incredible 99% of our people say it’s a great place to work — and that pride runs deep. We champion diversity, work-life balance, and equal opportunity, fostering an environment where everyone is empowered to thrive, innovate, and grow — both personally and professionally.

Across hospitality, events, and wellbeing, our teams shape more than experiences — they shape the future of Irish hospitality, together.

Company Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support job satisfaction, wellbeing, and work-life balance. Perks include:

Onsite Benefits: Free parking, complimentary meals, and tea & coffee while on duty.

Leisure Access: Enjoy our top-tier leisure facilities—including a gym, swimming pool, sauna, squash courts, and pitch & putt.

Staff Discounts: Reduced rates on family leisure memberships, hotel stays, dining, and event tickets for you and your loved ones.

Recognition & Rewards: We celebrate our team through Employee of the Month programs, annual awards, staff parties (including family-friendly events), and a complimentary 2-night stay for long-serving employees.

Wellbeing Support: Access to trained mental health first aiders, plus ongoing wellness and social events to promote balance and connection.

Join a team that values your contribution and invests in your personal and professional wellbeing.

Flexible schedule, Employee discounts, Gym membership or wellness programs, Free parking, Cycle to work, Event tickets, Discount on meals purchased , Discount on spa treatments or products, Discount in gift shop, Free meals during shifts, Wellbeing Scheme, Employee of the Month, Employee Recognition Scheme, Annual performance review, Culture of recognition, Staff celebration events

Salary

Not disclosed