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Director of Conferences & Groups
full-time•Doha

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Doha

Type

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Director of Conferences & Groups

Application Deadline: 31 January 2026

Department: Sales & Marketing

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Qatar - Doha

Compensation: ر.ق0 / month



Description

A Director of Groups & Conference is fully responsible for the development and execution of the groups, conference and events strategy, recommending growth efforts, monitoring progress, and ensuring that the hotel is commercially positioned within the local marketplace. Responsible for the event planning and overall execution of all conference and events that take place 


Key Responsibilities

Lead, train, and supervise the Conferences & Groups team, ensuring operational efficiency and strong customer service.

Develop departmental strategies, budgets, and business plans to achieve revenue goals.

Foster a high-performance culture through coaching, feedback, and professional development.

Oversee group bookings, contracts, and negotiations to maximize occupancy and event revenue.

Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Revenue teams to develop competitive pricing, packages, and promotions.

Analyze market trends to identify new opportunities for conferences, group business, and large-scale events.

Ensure accurate forecasting, reporting, and revenue tracking for group and conference segments.

Manage the end-to-end planning and execution of all conferences, group events, and meeting activities.

Conduct pre-event meetings with clients and internal teams to ensure expectations and requirements are fully understood.

Maintain communication with operational departments (F&B, Banquets, AV, Housekeeping, Security, etc.) to ensure flawless event delivery.

Oversee event setup, service standards, and post-event evaluations to ensure client satisfaction.

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, corporate partners, event planners, and key accounts.

Serve as the primary point of contact for major conferences and high-profile group business.

Ensure all conference and group bookings are accurately entered into the property management or event management system.

Maintain departmental policies, procedures, and service standards, ensuring compliance with company regulations.

Monitor event spaces, equipment, and inventory to ensure they meet operational and safety standards.

Prepare and review departmental reports, budgets, and performance analyses.

 

Other facts

Tech stack
Event Planning,Team Leadership,Customer Service,Budget Management,Negotiation,Market Analysis,Revenue Tracking,Client Relationship Management,Communication,Operational Efficiency,Coaching,Strategic Development,Contract Management,Event Execution,Service Standards,Safety Standards

About Kempinski Hotels

Founded in Germany in 1897, Kempinski Hotels has long reflected the finest traditions of European hospitality. Today, as ever, Kempinski is synonymous with distinctive luxury.

Located in many of the world's most well-known cities and resorts, the Kempinski collection includes hotels in a grand manner, pace-setting modern establishments and older hotels of individual charm. All blend gracefully into their surroundings and offer luxurious accommodations, superb cuisine and unrivalled facilities - complemented by impeccable service.

For leisure and business guests alike, the name Kempinski has long been synonymous with style, mobility and efficiency. Put simply, they are the first choice for the discerning individual.

In addition to operating many of the finest city hotels in the world, Kempinski is a name that can now be found in many exciting resort locations, each combining local flair and ambience with the international standards of service and luxury that Kempinski guests have come to expect.

To see all the different Kempinski jobs and apply, please go to https://careers.kempinski.com

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Hospitality

What you'll do

  • The Director of Conferences & Groups is responsible for developing and executing the strategy for groups, conferences, and events, ensuring operational efficiency and strong customer service. This role includes overseeing event planning, managing team performance, and collaborating with various departments to maximize revenue.

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What does a Director of Conferences & Groups do at Kempinski Hotels?

As a Director of Conferences & Groups at Kempinski Hotels, you will: the Director of Conferences & Groups is responsible for developing and executing the strategy for groups, conferences, and events, ensuring operational efficiency and strong customer service. This role includes overseeing event planning, managing team performance, and collaborating with various departments to maximize revenue..

Why join Kempinski Hotels as a Director of Conferences & Groups?

Kempinski Hotels is a leading Hospitality company.

Is the Director of Conferences & Groups position at Kempinski Hotels remote?

The Director of Conferences & Groups position at Kempinski Hotels is based in Doha, Qatar. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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