Event Coordinator

Job Description

The Event Coordinator supports the planning and delivery of meetings, conferences, weddings, and other guest events at Novotel Bangkok Platinum Pratunam. Typical requirements include hospitality or event experience, strong organization, clear communication, attention to detail, and confidence coordinating with clients, hotel departments, suppliers, and event teams. The candidate should be service-minded, professional, adaptable, and able to manage several deadlines at once. Good English is generally expected, while Thai language skills and knowledge of local venues or suppliers may be advantageous. The role may involve irregular hours, weekends, and public holidays, so flexibility is important. Familiarity with hotel event systems, Microsoft Office, and basic budgeting or quotation preparation would also be useful.

Company Info

Novotel Bangkok Platinum Pratunam is a contemporary Accor hotel located in Bangkok’s popular Pratunam shopping district, close to Platinum Fashion Mall, CentralWorld, and major transport links. The hotel serves business travelers, leisure guests, families, and groups, offering accommodation, dining, meeting facilities, and event services. As part of Accor, one of the world’s major hospitality groups, Novotel follows international standards for guest service, operational quality, sustainability, and employee development. The property’s central location makes it suitable for conferences, social functions, corporate gatherings, and tourism-related events. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment and coordinate with multiple departments, including Front Office, Food and Beverage, Housekeeping, Sales, and Engineering. Accor roles may also provide access to group training, career mobility, staff benefits, and discounted stays across participating hotels.

Destination Guide

Thailand offers strong opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, tourism, events, wellness, diving, and customer service. Bangkok is the main commercial center, while Phuket, Koh Samui, Krabi, Pattaya, and Chiang Mai provide extensive hospitality employment, especially during high season. Thai culture values politeness, respect, calm communication, and good relationships. Lifestyle varies from busy city living to relaxed beach communities, with affordable food, reliable transport in major areas, and an active social scene. Thailand is not entirely made up of islands; Bangkok is on the mainland, while destinations such as Phuket and Koh Samui are island locations. Foreign workers normally need an employer-sponsored Non-Immigrant B visa and work permit before legally starting employment. Qualifications and relevant experience improve prospects, and employers often assist with documentation. Research accommodation, healthcare, taxes, local transport, and seasonal income before relocating. Learning basic Thai is highly beneficial for daily life and guest relations.