Assistant Events Manager - Maternity Cover

Sunset Hospitality Group is a leading multinational lifestyle hospitality group, with a wide portfolio encompassing Hotels & Resorts, Restaurants, Beach Clubs, Nightclubs, Fitness Centers, and more. SHG operates over 81 venues in 26 countries with a commitment to deliver authentic and diverse hospitality experiences that bring people together, all around the world.

We are currently looking for a dedicated and experienced Assistant Events Manager (Maternity Cover) to join our team in Milan, supporting the planning, coordination, and flawless execution of events across Palazzo Cordusio.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist in managing and coordinating events from planning to post-event, ensuring seamless execution.
• Identify, pursue, and convert new event sales opportunities.
• Handle client inquiries, prepare tailored proposals and quotations, conduct site inspections, and secure contracts.
• Liaise with clients to understand their needs and ensure expectations are met.
• Coordinate with operations, F&B, marketing, and entertainment teams to guarantee smooth event delivery.
• Prepare accurate Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and communicate them to relevant teams.
• Oversee event set-ups, rehearsals, and tastings, ensuring brand and service standards are maintained.
• Support budget tracking, invoicing, and expense reconciliation for events.
• Assist in market research, competitor analysis, and development of creative event concepts.

Qualifications & Skills

• 2–3 years of experience in event sales or hospitality sales, preferably within the luxury or lifestyle sector.
• Proven ability to achieve sales targets and generate new business.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with a detail-oriented approach.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a client-focused mindset.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt quickly to last-minute changes, especially during new openings.
• Competence in managing budgets, proposals, and contracts.
• Fluent in Italian and English;
  other languages are a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office;
  knowledge of CRM or event management software is an advantage.
• Team player with leadership potential.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Employee discounts across Sunset’s venues and more.
• Career growth opportunities: we invest in your development with real opportunities for advancement in a fast-growing company.
• Dynamic, stimulating, and multicultural work environment.

Want to be part of a global team with a passion for excellence and hospitality? Apply now!