Guest Relation Manager

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• Deliver an elegant, personalised welcome for every guest, ensuring a flawless first impression
• Oversee the entire guest journey, from prearrival planning to poststay followup
• Manage VIP, repeat, and specialattention guests, ensuring bespoke touches and curated experiences
• Maintain a strong, polished presence in the lobby, acting as the primary point of contact for guest needs
• Lead, inspire, and develop the Guest Relations team to uphold Fairmont's luxury service standards
• Resolve guest concerns with discretion, confidence, and a commitment to exceptional service recovery
• Collaborate closely with Front Office, Housekeeping, Spa, F&B, and Events to ensure seamless communication and guest satisfaction
• Monitor guest feedback channels and support continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain detailed guest profiles and preferences to deliver highly personalised service
• Support the management of arrivals, departures, and lobby flow during peak periods
• Coordinate special occasions, celebrations, and bespoke inhouse experiences
• Conduct daily briefings to share VIP updates, guest preferences, and operational priorities
• Ensure all guest interactions reflect Fairmont's brand values, tone, and luxury positioning
• Maintain accurate records of guest incidents, preferences, and followup actions
• Support training initiatives to elevate service culture across all guestfacing departments
• Uphold all health, safety, and security procedures in line with UK legislation and Fairmont standards
• Represent the hotel with grace, confidence, and a guestfirst mindset at all times