Special Events & Strategic Partnerships Manager
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Fairmont Chateau Whistler seeks a Special Events and Strategic Partnerships Manager to own and evolve our signature events while driving revenue through high impact sponsorships that reinforce our luxury mountain resort positioning. You’ll lead the full lifecycle from concept to post event analysis, collaborate with Food and Beverage, Marketing, Revenue Management and Operations, and build relationships with luxury brands and community partners. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in senior event management or experiential marketing, a proven ROI track record, and strong leadership and negotiation skills. Salary ranges from 70,000 to 80,000. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada. To apply, tailor your resume and a brief portfolio to show measurable ROI and cross team success, apply via Whistler-Jobs.ca, and be ready to discuss how you balance tradition with innovation.
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.
APPLY TODAY: Whether you're just launching your career or looking for a new adventure, we invite you to visit www.Whister-Jobs.ca to learn more about Fairmont Chateau Whistler and the extraordinary opportunities that exist within our resort!
We encourage you to let us know if you require any accommodations through the application or recruitment process, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence: [email protected]
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