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About us:

Regent Santa Monica Beach, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, presents a new era of indulgence offering 167 opulent guest rooms and suites. Introduced at a generous 720 square feet, rooms feature spa-like and luxurious bathrooms complete with a soaking tub, walk-in rain shower, double vanity and Perricone MD products, alongside thoughtful mementos through distinct Regent hallmarks.

Poised along a coveted coastline overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the resort celebrates the allure of unexpected harmony through contrasts, delivering inspired stays with a seamless blend of timeless elegance and modern luxury. Regent Santa Monica Beach is home to four dining destinations, each offering unique epicurean discoveries. Orla and Orla Bar by James Beard Award-winning chef Michael Mina brings the peerless charm and boundless flavor of the Mediterranean to Southern California, while the poolside Azure Bar presents elevated poolside dining and creative cocktails. Sweet July Café debuts in collaboration with Ayesha Curry with exclusive menu items and a curated selection of beloved coffee and tea beverages. The beachfront oasis also boasts a 10,000 square feet Guerlain Wellness spa, outdoor pool (Azure Pool), The Regent Boutique, and state-of-the-art Fitness Center. The opening of Regent Santa Monica Beach marks a historic return of the brand to Los Angeles and represents the Americas flagship. For more information visit RegentSantaMonicaBeach.com.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly organized and creative Programming Manager to oversee the planning and execution of all resort-led events and guest programming. This role bridges creativity and operations—serving as the project manager, experience designer, and cross-departmental liaison to deliver seamless, memorable moments, aligning with the high standards of our luxury brand. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment, is detail-oriented and excels at coordinating across multiple departments.

A little bit about your day:

Reporting to the Director of Meetings & Events, every day is different, but you’ll mostly:

Key Responsibilities:

+ Ensure all training programs are aligned with company standards, regularly updated, and effectively delivered to team members.

+ **Lead Event & Programming Calendar:** Oversee the resort’s annual programming calendar—concepting, organizing, and executing all guest experiences, brand events, and seasonal activations.

+ **Concept-to-Execution Collaboration:** Ensure seamless communication from the initial marketing vision through operational execution—translating creative ideas into actionable plans that align with brand standards and guest expectations.

+ **Project & Event Management:** Serve as the central project manager for all programming initiatives, ensuring collaboration between marketing, culinary, spa, A/V, and operations teams for flawless event delivery.

+ **Guest Experience Design:** Partner with internal departments to craft immersive, on-brand experiences that highlight local culture, wellness, and artistry while enhancing the overall guest journey.

+ **Budget & Logistics Oversight:** Manage event budgets, production schedules, and logistics to ensure all activations are delivered on time, on brand, and within budget.

+ **Vendor & Partner Relations:** Source, negotiate, and manage vendor partnerships; oversee contracts, décor, entertainment, and on-site execution with a keen eye for detail and consistency.

+ **Cross-Functional Communication:** Act as the bridge between Marketing and Operations to ensure ideas are fully realized—providing clear direction, consistent updates, and flawless handoffs between creative and operational teams.

+ **Post-Event Evaluation:** Conduct post-event recaps and ROI analysis, maintaining documentation of budgets, vendor lists, attendance, and performance metrics for future improvement.

+ **Luxury Standards Compliance:** Uphold Regent and IHG luxury brand standards through every touchpoint—ensuring experiences are polished, service-driven, and Forbes Five-Star aligned.

Requirements:

+ Minimum 3-5 years of event planning or programming management, preferably within luxury resorts or hospitality.

+ Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Event Management, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

+ Strong project management skills with proven ability to manage multiple complex events simultaneously.

+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and with external vendors.

+ Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to anticipate and solve problems proactively.

+ Proficiency in event management software, Microsoft Office Suite, and budgeting tools.

+ Ability to grasp, turn, and hold objects with hands.

+ Ability to stand and work on feet for prolonged periods.

+ Ability to lift, carry, pull, or move up to 50 lbs.

+ Ability to repetitively kneel, bend, crouch, and climb.

+ Open to relocation across the U.S. to support career development and operational needs.

+ Flexibility with working hours is required, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate client schedules and events.

The hourly pay rate for this role is **$38.47** . This rate is only applicable for jobs to be performed at **Regent Santa Monica Beach** . This position is eligible for bonus pay.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time-off, wellness and sick time, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k plan, complimentary parking, employee cafeteria meals, and many other benefits to eligible colleagues. Hotel discounts worldwide are available as well as access to a wide variety of discount programs and the chance to work with a great team of people. Most importantly, we'll give you the room to be yourself.

IHG is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities / Females / Veterans / Disabled.

Guests have made grand entrances through the doors of Regent® Hotels & Resorts for nearly half a century. Born in 1970, our collection of modern hotels and resorts are home to stays both serene and sensational. The type of experiences that elevate above the noise and charm for even the most seasoned of travellers. An invitation to life’s most scenic moments. We are the legendary innovative luxury brand, reimagining modern hospitality by sparking fresh perspectives across hand selected hotels and resorts. Regent colleagues are gracious hosts, with emboldened spirit and dynamic as they provide meaningful moments to deliver the greatest of the guest experiences.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.

**Important information** :

+ The salary range listed is the lowest to highest pay scale we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.

+ No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until it is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or other form of compensation allocable to a particular employee remain in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.