Event Planner

Description:

Experienced Group General Manager & Sales Director

Our Melbourne team has an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Event Manager. We are searching for our next expert – someone who knows how to sell and plan events with style across The Fresh Collective portfolio in Melbourne. Leading our clients through their event planning journey, from the initial enquiry to helping them plan every detail of their event – whether it’s a simple corporate conference or spectacular wedding. You’ll understand the importance of negotiation and attention to detail and want to make every client feel confident their event will be a success.

You will build excellent client relationships while partnering with other departments to deliver exceptional event experiences and budgeted revenues.

The experience, qualities, and skills you’ll need:

• Minimum 2 years experience in an event management or planning role within a high-end hospitality group, venue, luxury hotel or catering company
• Outstanding ability to really listen to clients, understand their event vision and provide tailored, expert advice to bring their event to life
• Possess creative flair and a desire to grow your knowledge of industry trends continually
• Passion for exceptional customer service and building strong relationships with clients and industry suppliers
• A proven track record in reaching individual and team targets through negotiating strong financial outcomes for the business
• Possess superior attention to detail, strong communication skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Display a positive, can-do attitude at all times
• Computer savvy and experience with event software and floorplan design – Priava and Event Draw preferred

Things to know:

• This role is predominantly a Monday to Friday working week, but this may change occasionally, depending on business requirements.
• The Fresh Collective supports a healthy work/life balance.
• This is a rare opportunity to join a team that enjoys a positive, social, and vibrant work environment.
• Your hard work and achievements will be recognised and rewarded with personal development opportunities, including attendance at networking and industry events and training sessions.
• The chance to work for a company who cares about people and the community.
• Easy access to public transport.

The Fresh Collective is renowned for crafting exceptional experiences with premium food and beverages in iconic venues throughout Australia, such as Museums Victoria, Melbourne Theatre Company, ACMI, Art Gallery of NSW, Australian Museum, Sydney Theatre Company, Government House Sydney, and Queensland Museum. As a Gold Licensed caterer, Fresh delivers a range of experiences to suit any brief, from intimate executive dinners, corporate conferences, weddings, cocktail events and large-scale major/outdoor events.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing

Hospitality