Event Planner

The Balmoral is located at Edinburgh’s most prestigious address, No. 1 Princes Street, where the Old Town stops and the New Town begins. Our hotel’s majestic clock defines the city’s skyline, and since the day we opened in 1902, it has run three minutes fast to ensure our guests will never miss their train.

Rocco Forte Hotels is a collection of iconic hotels that respects the individuality of the location and its team members, encouraging them to be their natural selves while providing a local, authentic experience to our guests.

Join our events team and help create memorable experiences for our guests. As an Event Planner, you will be responsible for coordinating and delivering a wide range of events, from corporate meetings and conferences to weddings and social celebrations.

As a valued part of the Forte family, you will:

Plan and organise events from the initial enquiry to execution, bringing them to life from private celebrations to corporate gatherings

Manage all incoming business for meetings and events, ensuring a seamless and exceptional experience for every guest.

Maximise all enquiries and bookings by converting them into revenue opportunities.

Communicate and liaise with relevant teams to ensure a flawless execution of the events

Collaborate with all departments across the hotel to enhance service delivery for our discerning guests

Maintain accurate records of bookings, contacts, and guest preferences to ensure smooth operations

We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals who are passionate about celebrating the individuality of our hotels and guests.

We are looking for team members who bring:

Experience and detail-oriented event planning to curate exceptional experiences

Interest in maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry trends or emerging themes to

Highly organised and detail-driven, with a natural ability to juggle multiple projects

Excellent communication skills with the ability to identify and resolve problems effectively

Commercially aware, with a keen eye for opportunities to enhance guest experience

Calm under pressure, able to adapt and deliver high standards in a fast-paced environment

Being part of Rocco Forte Hotels means engaging in a career where passion and dedication are recognised and rewarded, making it an ideal place for those seeking growth and excellence in the hospitality industry. Working with us provides access to the following perks:

Discounted rates across our collection of iconic hotels

Extensive learning and development opportunities

Meals on duty, laundry of uniforms

Social activities and events

Recognition programs

Annual awards

Occupational Pension Scheme

50% discount on food and beverages

25% discount on Spa Treatments

20% discount on Health Spa products

Cycle to Work Scheme

Local Retailer Discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Discretionary Service Charge

Salary £26,651.25 gross per annum plus discretionary service charge.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now to become a valued part of Rocco Forte Hotels, an inspirational place to work, known for its commitment to excellence and a sense of familiar family culture everywhere, combined with the passion, commitment and desire from team members to delight guests and serve one another.