Assistant Conference and Events Manager

Job Description

About Stamford Hotels and Resorts Stamford Hotels and Resorts, a part of the Stamford Group, manages the Group’s portfolio of luxury premium hotels located in Australia and New Zealand. The hotel portfolio consists of nearly 1800 rooms and over 1000 employees. In addition to the hotels, the Stamford Group owns a portfolio of premium commercial office properties internationally and is involved in the development of high-end luxury residential units in Australia. At Stamford Hotels and Resorts, we understand that our people are our greatest asset. We strive to retain, develop, and reward passionate and success-oriented professionals at all levels. In our pursuit of excellence, we encourage entrepreneurial thinking, challenge the status quo, and inculcate a sense of ownership while fostering an environment of transparency, collaboration, respect, and integrity among our employees, business partners, and the larger community. About the role As a professional Assistant Conference & Events Manager, you will be working across both Stamford Plaza Adelaide and Stamford Grand Adelaide properties. Reporting to the Area Conference & Events Manager and Area Director of Sales, the Assistant Conference and Events Manager is responsible for generating quality business from corporate events, conferences, social events, weddings, and every conceivable celebration. We seek a passionate professional who can convert leads into contracts for the Conference and Events Department, manage quoting, proposals, contracts, and execution to deliver standout conferences and events that set, break, then recreate industry benchmarks. In the role, you will be responsible for: Meeting and exceeding sales targets Establishing a great rapport with clients to ensure guest satisfaction Driving a strong sales-driven culture, with the ability to mentor team members Assisting in developing and implementing sales and marketing strategies Generating reports for the Conference and Events team Ensuring the safety of our employees and guests This is a full-time placement, operationally driven hours with occasional evening and weekend work. About you If you are a driven, detail-oriented go-getter with proven sales experience and you possess the below, please apply: Hold a tertiary qualification in Event Management or equivalent (desirable) Demonstrated experience in a similar role as a conference/banqueting leadership role for 2 years Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills Previous experience within a hotel environment desirable The ability to work under pressure in a busy and dynamic space Excellent presentation and exceptional communication skills Proven ability to motivate and manage staff Advanced working knowledge of the Microsoft Computer Suite Working knowledge of Opera and Delphi CRM system highly desirable Full working rights in Australia Culture and Benefits As a team member with us, you can expect to receive: The opportunity to work with industry professionals in an exciting hotel environment Great opportunities for career development Staff meals provided on shift Dry cleaning allowance An attractive food and beverage discount program Discounted car parking How to Apply If you have the experience, we'll give you the opportunity. Please submit a cover letter and resume. We thank you in advance for taking the time to apply for our exclusive role; please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. For an efficient role turnaround, interviews will be occurring concurrently with the live ad. No recruitment agencies please. Applications close: 9th March 2025 Stamford Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, covered under applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr