Special Events & Strategic Partnerships Manager

Company Description

Nestled at the base of Blackcomb Mountain, just two hours north of Downtown Vancouver, Fairmont Chateau Whistler defines mountain luxury. Offering ski-in, ski-out convenience in the winter, and an on-site championship golf course in the summer, we are Canada’s year-round outdoor adventure destination. Additionally, we are Whistler's largest conference resort hotel, offering 5 unique dining outlets, a slope-side Health Club, and 519 guestrooms and suites.

Job Description

As Special Events & Strategic Partnerships Manager, you will be the steward of Fairmont Chateau Whistler’s most iconic traditions while driving the evolution of our signature experiences. Reporting to the Director of Sales & Marketing, you will lead the planning, promotion, execution, and continuous enhancement of hallmark events such as Easter, Summer Camp, Celebrate, Festive, and other memorable guest experiences. This role requires a strategic leader who can balance legacy and innovation - developing exceptional events, cultivating impactful partnerships, and creating experiences that strengthen our luxury positioning, drive revenue, and deepen engagement with guests, partners, and the Whistler community.

This is a full-time, permanent position, starting as soon as possible.

Pay Range: $70,000 - $80,000 per annum, dependent on experience and qualifications

Job Duties Include:

• Own and evolve Fairmont Chateau Whistler’s signature events portfolio, ensuring programs remain relevant, profitable, and aligned with the resort’s luxury positioning

• Develop and execute a long-term events strategy that balances tradition, innovation, community engagement, and guest expectations

• Lead the full event lifecycle including concept development, planning, marketing, execution, post-event analysis, and reporting

• Collaborate with Food & Beverage, Marketing, Revenue Management, and Operations teams to integrate events into the overall resort experience

• Identify, secure, and manage strategic sponsorships and partnerships that elevate guest experiences and create mutual value

• Build and maintain relationships with luxury brands, tourism organizations, community partners, and industry stakeholders

• Position Fairmont Chateau Whistler as a premier destination for distinctive mountain experiences and high-profile partnerships

• Develop event budgets, track financial performance, and ensure return on investment objectives are achieved

• Establish and monitor key performance indicators including revenue, guest satisfaction, attendance, media exposure, and brand impact

• Represent Fairmont Chateau Whistler at community events, industry functions, and partnership meetings while acting as a brand ambassador for the resort

• Provide regular updates and strategic recommendations to the Director of Sales & Marketing and Executive Committee regarding event performance and partnership opportunities

• Ensure sponsorship commitments and deliverables are executed to the highest standard and provide measurable value to partners

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in senior event management, experiential marketing, hospitality, tourism, or a related field

• Proven success leading high-profile events and developing strategic partnerships or sponsorship programs

• Experience working within luxury hospitality, destination marketing, tourism, or premium consumer brands preferred

• Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets, forecasting results, and measuring ROI

• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute marketing initiatives that drive event awareness and attendance

• Exceptional relationship-building, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining exceptional attention to detail

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across departments

• Degree or diploma in Event Management, Marketing, Business, Hospitality, or a related discipline preferred

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Job Perks & Benefits:

• Subsidized staff accommodation provided

• Access to our Employee Travel Program, with discounts on room rates and food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties worldwide

• Hotel leisure benefits including Golf/Ski passes

• Complimentary meal in our staff cafeteria per shift

Additional Information

Visa Requirements: To progress with your application, you must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

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