Cheval Blanc Event Manager

Paris • France

Thursday, February 6, 2025

Cheval Blanc, a distinguished member of the LVMH group, epitomizes a unique, personalized, and thoroughly modern luxury hospitality experience. Since its inception in 2006, Cheval Blanc has expanded its presence to prestigious locations such as Courchevel, the Maldives at Randheli, St-Barth, St-Tropez, Paris, and soon, the Seychelles. As an employer, Cheval Blanc is committed to nurturing talent and fostering an environment where individuals can excel and reveal their true potential.

1. Serve as the primary contact for organizing all events within Cheval Blanc Paris, under the supervision of the Commercial Director.
2. Strategically manage event offerings, pricing, revenue generation, and budget expectations.
3. Oversee the event team, including an event project manager and an intern.
4. Ensure exceptional client experience by gathering comprehensive information and identifying client needs to meticulously prepare events.
5. Respond promptly to client requests and needs through effective coordination with hosts, commercial, and operational teams.
6. Participate in the development of the commercial action plan for the event department.
7. Enhance and adjust the event offerings and pricing of Cheval Blanc Paris.
8. Revise event presentation documents.
9. Create and maintain an event database to engage with existing clients and prospect new ones.
10. Qualify inquiries, prepare and send proposals, and manage the conversion of leads in line with the established commercial strategy.
11. Welcome clients, showcase the venue, and ensure the offerings align perfectly with client needs.
12. Develop and monitor monthly and annual event budgets.
13. Coordinate operational services involved in event execution, including Banquets, Kitchen, Accommodation, Technical, and external providers.
14. Formalize follow-up documents and control points.
15. Be present at client arrival and introduce operational contacts.
16. Attend major events to ensure smooth execution.
17. Manage event billing, send invoices to clients, and liaise with the finance department for payment follow-up.

1. Advanced degree in Hospitality/Tourism or Business School.
2. Strong client orientation.
3. Previous experience in event organization and coordination within the hospitality industry.
4. Exceptional attention to detail and client relations.
5. Fluency in French and English.

1. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
2. Outstanding interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
3. Highly responsible, autonomous, and reliable.
4. Ability to focus on client needs while remaining calm and courteous.
5. Creativity, organization, and versatility to effectively address diverse requests.
6. Empathy and adaptability.

A minimum of 3 years of experience in event management within the hospitality sector is required.

Advanced degree in Hospitality/Tourism or Business School.

Cheval Blanc Paris offers a stimulating and pleasant work environment, a 13th-month salary after one year of service, 50% reimbursement of health insurance, access to LVMH private sales after six months, numerous internal training opportunities, social worker support, secure bicycle and scooter parking, company Uber account for late-night commutes, 80% reimbursement of transportation costs, provided and laundered uniforms, and meals at the staff restaurant. Opportunities for internal mobility within Cheval Blanc or LVMH are available after two years of service.

Cheval Blanc Paris is dedicated to unveiling the human diamond within each talent, offering the keys to personal and professional fulfillment. The Maison values its Ambassadors and fosters a culture of excellence, creativity, and shared success. Employees are encouraged to surpass themselves, surprise, delight, and share their unique talents in a supportive and inspiring environment.