Canterbury League Club's mission is to create memorable experiences for our members and guests. We do this by having world class facilities, operating 24/7, every day of the year and talented employees who make the visit to our venues iconic.

This is an opportunity for an experienced Event Manager to lead the planning and delivery of exceptional events across our vibrant and diverse venue. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of the Club’s events portfolio, driving growth and revenue for the Food and Beverage department by determining and implementing a strategic approach that will see you meet and exceed sales targets.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to manage the below:   

• Strategy - determine and implement a strategy that is consistent with the Club's Vision, Mission, Values and overall Strategic Plan. 
• Business Development - maintain overall responsibility for the growth of the portfolio by driving new business within and beyond the local community and nurture existing client relationships.  
• People Management - successfully lead a team of experienced professionals to deliver exceptional outcomes for clients. 
• Innovation - research opportunities for innovation and improvement to ensure a relevant and competitive product offering. 
• Financial Management - manage the Events Sales and Labour budgets and provide accurate forecasts for revenue streams whilst reporting on activity and progress. 

We are seeking an experienced professional with the below skills and attributes:  

• Three years + experience in a similar role 
• A Sales focused mindset with a successful track record in business development 
• Strong interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills 
• The ability to lead a team to success with effective leadership skills 
• Proficient in Microsoft applications and experience with Event systems 
• Exceptional time management skills and attention to detail  
• Full working rights in Australia 

What we offer

• Annual season double football passes 
• Generous staff meal benefits including complimentary breakfast  
• Discounted gym membership  
• Free onsite secure staff parking and free Wi-Fi 
• Exclusive offers on selected Samsung products, and much more! 

If you have the passion for creating memorable experiences and would like to join our Events team, we want to hear from you!

Canterbury League Club does not offer sponsorships.

No recruitment agencies please.