Event Manager

Fairlie is seeking an independent, high initiative individual to join our small team. We are an event venue in the West Loop neighborhood of Chicago IL, primarily hosting wedding events and looking to expand into corporate and other special events.

What you will be responsible for:

  • Responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with clients from initial inquiry to post event

  • Respond to inquiries via email and phone within 24 hours

  • Manage entire event flow for your clients: initial inquiry -> site visit -> proposal -> contract signing & deposit collection -> vendor recommendations -> collecting all documentation required -> final walkthrough & floorplan creation -> onsite presence at event -> event follow up

  • Work with clients to identify their needs and to ensure customer satisfaction

  • Utilize your personal network as well as sales outreach to generate leads

  • Maintain relationships with existing clients and foster relationships with new clients to secure new and repeat business.

  • Attend industry networking events and develop relationships with event industry professionals

  • Propose ideas to improve provided services and event quality and fill available dates

  • Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • 3+ year’s experience in event sales or applicable event industry role. A focus on weddings is preferred as well as experience with corporate, bar/bat mitzvahs and non-profit fundraisers

  • Previous experience in event sales and management, including lead generation and outbound prospecting. The position will be a mix of growing new business and preserving existing client relationships

  • Excellent time management, organizational skills, communication skills and attention to detail

  • Flexibility/Ability to adapt to change and be a problem solver and team player

  • Enthusiastic, client service attitude

  • Connections/Contacts in the Chicago event industry a plus

  • No fear of heights! Occasionally will need to use lift to change lightbulbs

    This is a full-time, salaried position with commission. Compensation and benefits will be part of the discussion with qualified candidates based on experience. To apply, please reach out to us at jobs@fairliechicago.com with a resume and some information about you and your interest in this position. Thank you!

Fairlie
339 N Bell Ave
Chicago, IL 60612
www.fairliechicago.com
jobs@fairliechicago.com