Events Administrative Assistant

About the role

Join Hyatt’s Area Event Planning Team as an Events Administrative Assistant, supporting the Hyatt at Olive 8, Hyatt Regency Seattle and Grand Hyatt Seattle. You will provide day‑to‑day administrative support to Event Sales and Planning Managers and act as a liaison between meeting planners, the events team and operations.

Key responsibilities

• Provide administrative assistance to a team of Event Sales & Event Planning Managers across three Hyatt properties.
• Maintain calendars, prepare documents, and coordinate meeting logistics.
• Serve as a Meeting Concierge when additional floor coverage is required, linking planners with operations staff.
• Learn and operate new software tools to streamline event processes.
• Handle ad‑hoc projects and ensure timely completion of tasks.

Required profile

• Highly motivated individual with a friendly, customer‑service oriented demeanor.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and willingness to take on additional responsibilities.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with internal teams and external clients.

Required skills

What we offer

• Hourly wage $28.60 – $30.19 (higher rate after four years of service).
• Medical, dental and vision insurance for you and dependents.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Life, short‑term disability, new child leave and adoption assistance.
• Paid time off, floating holidays, paid holidays and compassionate leave.
• Seattle paid sick & safe time and extended illness days.
• Employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement and ORCA pass subsidy.
• Free uniforms, discounted parking and hotel rooms, up to 12 complimentary rooms after 90 days.
• Free meals during shifts and a colleague discount program.