Event Manager/The Westin Yokohama

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The Event Manager coordinates conferences, weddings, meetings and other functions at The Westin Yokohama. Typical requirements include hospitality or event-management experience, strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, guest-service awareness, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines. Knowledge of hotel event operations, budgets, contracts and banquet coordination is advantageous. English and Japanese communication skills are likely valuable, while proficiency with hotel sales or event systems may be expected. The successful candidate will work closely with clients, sales teams, banquet staff and other hotel departments, deliver smooth events, resolve issues quickly, and maintain Marriott and Westin service standards. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays is important.

About the employer

The Westin Yokohama is part of Marriott International, one of the world's largest hospitality companies, and operates under the Westin Hotels & Resorts brand. Westin focuses on wellbeing-inspired stays through its signature sleep, fitness, nutrition and relaxation offerings. Located in Yokohama's Minato Mirai district, the hotel serves business travelers, leisure guests, groups and event clients, with restaurants, meeting facilities and modern guest rooms. Marriott promotes professional development, international career mobility and service excellence across its global hotel network. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment and collaborate across front office, food and beverage, housekeeping, sales, events and guest wellness operations. Benefits and employment conditions vary according to the Japanese employment contract, experience and company policy.