Conference Sales & Events Manager

Minor Hotels is one of Australasia’s largest accommodation providers, managing over 70 properties in the region and a global portfolio of 560 properties across more than 58 countries. Our brands, Anantara, Avani, Oaks, NH Hotels, NH Collection, nhow, and Tivoli, span six continents, including Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Ocean, Europe, and South America. Joining Minor means partnering with a diverse, expanding global organisation offering boundless opportunities to thrive and succeed.

Our people are the heart of our success, and we are committed to investing in your skills to support your career growth and advancement. You’ll feel valued as part of a tight-knit team, united in delivering exceptional guest experiences and thriving in a company dedicated to fostering an outstanding workplace culture.

Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort are seeking an experienced Conference Sales & Events Manager to join their team on a Full-Time basis.

As the Conference & Events Manager, you will be responsible for managing and ensuring the success of the Events Team whilst liaising with all types of businesses and clients to arrange event, functions and conferences. In addition, you will oversee your department's sales function, assisting with gaining new business through upselling, site inspections and communication to new and repeat clients to ensure budgets are achieved.

We are looking for a passionate and driven Conference & Events professional who enjoys leading a team of likeminded professional to create exceptional customer experiences. To do this you will need to have the following experience:

Responsibilities

Qualify each event proposal, accepting those which match availabilities and are in line with conference marketing and strategy plan; Identify key need periods and assist with promotional ideas to improve the event planning and implementation process; Implement and send out specials in a timely manner and when required; Serve as liaison with vendors on event-related matters; Assist with negotiations for space contracts and book event space, arrange food and beverage, order supplies and audiovisual equipment, ensure appropriate décor (florals, linens, color schemes, etc.) to meet the quality expectations of Minor Hotels.; Actively promote restaurant, events and conferencing facilities in line with annual strategic marketing plan; Act as a trouble shooter assisting clients when issues arise before, after or during the event; Assist with preparing budgets and provide reports when required.

Requirements

Conference & Events Management and Sales experience; Sound verbal and written communication skills; An understanding of project management concepts (scheduling, cost, and time management); Highly driven, creative, self-starter who is a natural problem solver; Ability to deal with internal and external stakeholders at all levels with confidence; Must be proficient in MS Office programs