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Guided by our culture, The Calling, we create an environment enlivened by our employee value propositions: Enrich and be Enriched, Bring Your True Self, Curate the Extraordinary, and Leave Your Legacy. As champions of Relationship Hospitality, we cultivate a culture that fosters our values of innovation, passion, collaboration, ownership and transparency. We strive to Make the Place – creating a future where people and place enrich one another.

Rosewood Rome is currently casting for a Director of Events, responsible for leading the strategic planning, coordination, and execution of all events hosted by the hotel, under the supervision of the Director of Sales & Marketing. This role ensures the seamless delivery of high-quality guest experiences, from corporate conferences and weddings to social galas and brand activations. The Director will eventually manage a team of event professionals, collaborate with cross-functional departments, and maintain strong client relationships to uphold Rosewood standards of excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning & Leadership:
• Develop and implement the annual events strategy aligned with Rosewood Rome business goals and hotel positioning; 
• Lead, mentor, and manage the events team to ensure high performance and professional growth; 
• Forecast and manage the events budget, ensuring cost-effectiveness and ROI.
• Event Management: 
• Oversee the planning and execution of all events, ensuring exceptional service and attention to detail; 
• Coordinate with internal departments (e.g., F&B, IT, Housekeeping, Front Office) and external vendors; 
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and legal regulations.
• Client & Stakeholder Relations: 
• Serve as the primary point of contact for high-profile clients and partners; 
• Conduct site inspections, client briefings, and post-event evaluations;  
• Build and maintain long-term relationships to drive repeat business and referrals.
• Sales & Marketing Support: 
• Follow the guidelines and directions provided by the Director of Sales & Marketing, related to Rosewood Rome hotel positioning and sales strategy; 
• Collaborate with the entire sales team to develop event proposals and presentations; 
• Contribute to marketing campaigns and promotional strategies for events; 
• Analyze market trends and competitor offerings to enhance the event portfolio.
• Collaboration & Culture Building:
• Partner closely with department heads to embed Rosewood’s culture, vision, and brand standards;
• Serve as a brand ambassador, ensuring that the events environment reflects Rosewood positioning.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, Event Planning, Marketing, or related field; 
• Minimum 7/10 years of experience in event mgmt, with at least 3 years in a leadership role; 
• Proven track record of managing large-scale events (100+ attendees); 
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills; 
• Proficiency in event management software and CRM tools; 
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience in luxury hospitality or high-end corporate events; 
• Multilingual capabilities.