Event Account Manager
Event Account Manager
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Job Description
Job Status: Ongoing Full Time
Salary:Base salary of $109298 per annum plus 11.5% superannuation contributions
Applications Close:Tuesday 3rd June 2025 11:55pm
An organisation where diversity of thought and experience is valued supported and respected.
THE HOUSE
The Sydney Opera House occupies a unique place in the cultural landscape. A globally recognised icon synonymous with inspiration and imagination its one of the worlds busiest performing arts centres the nations premier tourism destination and a World Heritage masterpiece that belongs to the people of NSW. Driving this incredible place is a team of passionate and dedicated people. Join us in shaping the Opera Houses future and be provided with opportunities to grow and develop while making a positive contribution to our community.
The Opera House is a living work of art. A place of possibility and wonder on and off the stage. We bring people together to be uplifted empowered and entertained. As set out in the Sydney Opera House Strategy 202426 our ambition is to be Everyones House. To make this real we are focused on four themes that underpin our organisational values (Creativity Courage Inclusivity Integrity Collaboration and Care):
- Everyone feels welcome here.
- We better understand and connect with the community.
- We are future ready.
- We lead and inspire positive change.
For more information about the Sydney Opera House please refer to ourwebsite.
YOUR NEW ROLE
The role is responsible for effectively and competently planning preparing and leading the delivery of events at SOH. The role oversees every aspect of an event including the assessment acquisition allocation direction control and analysis of time finances people products services information and other resources to achieve the objectives and agreed outcomes of the event on time and within budget. This positions acts as the primary contact for customers who utilise SOH as their event destination from bookings through to settlement and event closure. The role advocates on behalf of the customer while reconciling the needs of the various stakeholders and brokering the interface with SOH service providers
Further detailed information about the role and its requirements can be obtained from the role description.
ARE YOU THE ONE
Key Responsibilities/skills:
Tertiary qualifications and/or substantial experience in event management
Demonstrated highlevel leadership ability in a challenging work environment including conflict management and negotiation skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills and capacity for selfmotivation.
Experience managing budgets and financial processes.
Sound knowledge and experience in the management implementation and interpretation of contracts.
Advanced computer skills proficient use of event management systems.
Outstanding attention to detail and project management skills for managing multiple events simultaneously meeting strict deadlines and forward planning while maintaining an overview of the integration of event projects with interconnected activity.
THE PERKS
The Sydney Opera House gives you access to a fantastic range of benefits including:
- 10% off onsite food and beverage outlets like Opera Bar and First Nations restaurant Midden
- 5weeks annual leave for all ongoing and temporary staff.
- Access to a range of professional development programs and staff engagement initiatives.
- Staff community groups like SOH Pride First Nations Staff Network Sustainable Environmental Action Leaders (aka SEALs) and more.
- Fitness Passport and complimentary wellbeing programs including pilates yoga circuit classes physiotherapy sessions as well as other wellbeing initiatives.
- Working for an organisation with a 6 Star Green Star performance rating from the Green Building Council of Australia.
- Working for an organisation committed tothe United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the worlds first arts organisation to join the UNs Global Compact an international sustainability initiative designed to build a better future for us all.
- Complimentary tickets to shows.
- And many more!
EQUITY AND INCLUSION
The Opera House is an inclusive employer that recognises everyone is unique. The organisation welcomes you for who you are as you are. So if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please contact us at to discuss. Even if you think youd be a great fit but dont necessarily tick every box in the role description please get in touch.
We welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people recognising the value unique skills and knowledge that First Nations employees bring to the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders people who are d/Deaf and/or with disability from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds neurodiverse refugees and the LGBTQIA community.
NEED TO WORK FLEXIBLY
We know flexibility means different things to different people so let us know how we can support you to be your best.
SOUND LIKE YOU APPLY NOW
Please submit your cover letter and CV via our online portal. In addition you will be prompted to answer the two following targeted questions in the online application platform.
- Drawing on your experience managing complex live events or performances how have you navigated competing client expectations while upholding a venues operational artistic and commercial priorities Share a specific example that demonstrates your strategic judgement and the results achieved.
- Event Account Managers are often required to manage multiple events in various stages of planning and delivery across diverse stakeholders. Describe a time when you successfully managed multiple events at different stages. How did you prioritise tasks and ensure seamless execution
To be eligible to apply for this position applicants must have existing Australian work rights. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and PreEmployment Health Assessment. The assessment seeks information only relevant to performing the inherent requirements of the job it remains strictly confidential and applicants will be informed of the result.
This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
Your personal information is being collected to enable the Sydney Opera House to assess your suitability for appointment to the position you have applied for. This personal information will be managed in accordance with the Sydney Opera House Privacy Management Policy andPlan
Applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
