Company Description

Minor Hotels is an international hotel owner, operator, and investor with a portfolio of more than 536 hotels in operation. Minor Hotels passionately explores new possibilities in hospitality with a diverse portfolio of properties designed intelligently to appeal to different kinds of travelers, serving new passions as well as personal needs. Through our Anantara, Avani, Oaks, Elewana, Tivoli, NH Hotel Group, Four Seasons, St. Regis, Marriott, and Minor International properties, across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Ocean, Europe, and South America.

Avani Hotels & Resorts is a vibrant upscale brand offering relaxed comfort and contemporary style. Avani was launched in response to an increasingly influential group of discerning travelers who appreciate stylish design and excellent service, but also demand great value. Avani hotels are designed for the way we travel now. And we think it’s all about balance. Balance between coolness and kindness, between design and function, and between service and privacy.

Avani+ Lanexang Vientiane Hotel set to open in Q2 2026 will bring contemporary style and Laotian flair to the heart of the capital, just minutes from Wat Si Saket, Vientiane Night Market, and Chao Anouvong Park. The hotel’s 197 guest rooms and suites will blend modern design with local touches, offering its guests the choice of four dining venues, including an international all-day dining restaurant, a western comfort food concept and bar, and a Southeast Asian fine-dining restaurant. Guests will enjoy Avani Spa with five treatment rooms, an Avani Fit fitness centre and studio, an outdoor swimming pool, and versatile event spaces including a ballroom for up to 320 guests.

Job Description

As Events Manager, you will be one of the principal pillars of the hotel and responsible for driving the success of the hotel’s Meetings, Events, and Social business. You will lead and manage event sales activities, ensuring strong revenue performance while positioning Avani+ as a premium and preferred event destination in the market.

This role requires a proactive, hands-on approach to business development, client relationship management, and cross-functional collaboration, particularly with Operations, F&B, and Culinary teams. You will play an important role during the pre-opening phase and beyond.

You will report directly to the Director of Sales & Marketing.

Key Responsibilities

Execute event sales strategies in line with the hotel’s Sales & Marketing plan to maximize revenue and market penetrationProactively source, negotiate, and contract new meetings, events, weddings, and social businessPosition Avani+ as a premium event venue through strong client engagement and tailored event solutionsBuild and maintain strong relationships with key event organizers, corporate clients, agencies, and partnersWork closely with the Sales Manager to identify and convert event opportunities from existing hotel accountsConduct client meetings, site inspections, sales calls, and client entertainmentPrepare and manage event sales forecasts in collaboration with the Director of RevenueMonitor competitor activities, market trends, and pricing strategies within the MICE segmentMaintain accurate event calendars, sales reports, and pipeline trackingCollaborate closely with Operations, F&B, and Culinary teams to ensure seamless event execution and high-quality guest experiencesSupport pre-opening initiatives, sales blitzes, trade shows, and market activationsContribute to the development of creative event concepts and value-added offerings

QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related fieldMinimum 3 years of relevant Events / MICE sales experience in a 5-star or international hotel brandProven track record in achieving event revenue targetsStrong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skillsHighly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-throughProactive, self-motivated, and passionate about hospitality and eventsAble to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environmentFluent in English, Lao, and ThaiLocal Laos / Vientiane market knowledge preferredSoutheast Asia market experience required