12 Month Maternity Leave Conference & Events Coordinator 30 Hours per week
The newly reopened Ibis Perth and its 5 versatile events spaces Chelsea Social are on the lookout for a passionate Conference & Events Coordinator to join our dynamic team on a 12-month maternity leave contract. Based in vibrant Perth CBD youll be crafting coordinating and delivering seamless events that leave a lasting impression.
Your vibe: Organised energetic and a natural people person
Your role: Manage event bookings liaise with clients and ensure every detail is perfect
Key Responsibilities:
- Proactively manage and maintain the conference and events database including key client and contact details.
- Prospect and identify new business opportunities for conferences events and group bookings.
- Prepare detailed and tailored event proposals and quotations covering venue hire function spaces menus AV accommodation and packages.
- Coordinate the complete event process from initial enquiry to post-event follow-up ensuring a seamless client experience.
- Prepare and distribute weekly forecast reports outlining upcoming events and communicate effectively with all relevant departments.
- Identify high and low demand periods and implement strategic selling initiatives to maximise revenue.
- Conduct site inspections and host familiarisation events for clients and key partners including thorough post-visit follow-ups.
- Lead and participate in weekly Banquet Event Order (BEO) meetings and support sales meetings as required.
- Monitor competitor activity within the local market and recommend appropriate adjustments to selling strategies.
- Coordinate the production of sales collateral including conference kits and direct mail campaigns in collaboration with the Director of Sales & Marketing.
- Assist the operational team with food and beverage service coordination for conferencing and event functions as required.
- Liaise with the Food & Beverage Manager to ensure smooth execution of all conference-related services.
- Ensure conference areas and back-of-house spaces are well maintained clean and operationally ready.
- Work closely with the Maintenance department to address and resolve service requests promptly prioritising guest needs.
- Support on-site group events and coordinate with relevant departments to deliver exceptional service and event outcomes.
- Deliver accurate and professional event handovers to all operational departments to ensure flawless execution.
Why us: Work with a supportive team gain valuable hospitality experience and make your mark across 5 newly refurbished spaces at Cheslea Social.
Qualifications :
- Previous experience in Conference & Events Sales within hospitality or hotel environments
- Strong attention to detail and a passion for delivering exceptional client service
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to prioritise and multitask in a fast-paced setting
- Strong knowledge of event quoting systems (e.g. Conference Vision) and CRM tools
- A proactive approach to sales with a drive to exceed targets and deliver results
- Understanding of hotel sales revenue management and rate structures
Additional Information :
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract recruit and promote diverse talent.
What is in it for you:
- Employee benefit card offering discounted rates at Accor worldwide.
- Learning programs through our Academies.
- Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
- Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
If you thrive in fast-paced environments and love making magic happen behind the scenes wed love to hear from you!
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Part-time