In-Demand Events director Jobs in Sydney, Nsw

Director of Conference & Events
SOFITEL —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Management
- Sales
- Microsoft Office
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
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Manager Communications & Stakeholder Engagement
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- No degree
- Communication skills
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Director - Crisis Response
Australia Red Cross —Sydney NSW
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Public speaking
- Analysis skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance program
Touring Executive - Ceremony of Roses
Sony Music Entertainment Canada —Sydney NSW
- Weekend availability
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- POS
9d
Coordinator, Training - Netflix Animation Studios
Netflix —Sydney NSW
- Google Suite
- Master's degree
- Administrative experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Administration Assistant to the National Director
Bush Church Aid —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Management
3d
Campus Life Coordinator
Torrens University Australia —Surry Hills NSW
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Customer service
- Administrative experience
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Presenter UK
News Corp —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Parental leave
11d
Director of Revenue - Groups, Conferencing & Events
Hilton —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Hospitality
10d
Head of Demand Generation – APAC
Smart Communications —Sydney NSW
- Salesforce
- Writing skills
- Analysis skills
- Gym membership
Manager, Corporate Partnerships
Australian Museum —Sydney NSW
- $154,231 - $202,449 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Business development
- No degree
3d
Head of Merchandise Planning | Sydney HQ
Honey Birdette —Sydney NSW
- $175,000 - $185,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Analysis skills
- Parental leave
- Gym membership
Touring Executive - Ceremony of Roses
Sony Music Global Job Board —Sydney NSW
- Weekend availability
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- POS
Quick Apply
10d
Team Leader - Banquets & Events Service
Hyatt Regency Sydney —Sydney NSW
- Part-time
3d
National Retail Manager (Operations) | Sydney HQ
Honey Birdette —Sydney NSW
- $110,000 - $115,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Sales
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Parental leave
- Gym membership
Event Labourer - Cirque du Soleil- KOOZA – SYDNEY
Spark Event Group —Paddington NSW
- $34.96 - $48.95 an hour
- Night shift
- Assembly
- Plumbing
- Construction experience
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3d
Account Director - Sydney, Australia
Accommodations Plus International —Mascot NSW
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office
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Associate Director Strategic Projects & Reporting
Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport —Sydney NSW
- $154,231 - $178,369 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Administrative experience
- Analysis skills
- Organisational skills
14d
Connections Planning Group Director
WPP Media —Sydney NSW
- AI
- Analytics
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program

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Director of Conference & Events

SOFITEL -
Sydney NSW

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Birthday leave
Parental leave
Employee assistance program

Qualifications

Management
Sales
Microsoft Office
Organisational skills
Leadership
Communication skills
Negotiation

Full Job Description

Company Description

Discover Sofitel Sydney Wentworth – Where Heritage Meets Modern Luxury

Sofitel Sydney Wentworth, Sydney’s first international five-star hotel, is an icon of Australian hospitality and a landmark of culture and creativity in the heart of the city. The hotel holds a special place in Sydney’s story, with a rich heritage that continues to shape its character and reputation both locally and internationally. Guided by Sofitel’s signature French elegance and the vibrant energy that surrounds it, the experience feels refined and distinctly Sydney.

Featuring 436 beautifully redesigned rooms and suites, Club Millésime – the hotel’s exclusive executive lounge – and 14 versatile event spaces including one of Sydney’s largest ballrooms, the hotel offers an exceptional setting for both grand occasions and thoughtfully curated stays. Dining is led by a collection of award-winning venues including Tilda, Bar Tilda, Delta Rue and Wentworth Bar, each reflecting Sydney’s evolving culinary scene. As part of the globally recognised Sofitel brand, we celebrate craftsmanship, attention to detail and heartfelt luxury service, bringing passion and pride to every guest experience while fostering a culture of excellence, creativity and individuality for our team.

Job Description

Lead Exceptional Events. Inspire a High-Performing Team. Shape the Future of an Icon.

Are you a passionate hospitality leader who thrives in a fast-paced luxury environment? Do you love mentoring talented people while delivering exceptional client experiences and driving commercial success?

We are seeking an experienced Director of Conference & Events to lead our Conference & Events Sales team. From executive meetings and corporate conferences to gala dinners and landmark celebrations, you'll help position Sofitel Sydney Wentworth as Australia's leading luxury conference and events destination.

Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will lead a high-performing Conference & Events Sales team responsible for converting conference, event and group enquiries into exceptional guest experiences. You'll be a visible, hands-on leader—coaching your team, managing key client relationships and ensuring every opportunity is managed with professionalism, creativity and genuine care.

As the Director of Conference & Events, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering both commercial success and exceptional guest experiences by:

Leading, inspiring and developing a high-performing Conference & Events Sales team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous development.
Driving revenue growth by maximising conversion, business development opportunities and strategic account performance across conferences, events and group business.
Managing high-value conference, event and group enquiries from initial enquiry through to confirmation.
Supporting complex negotiations, proposals and contract management for key clients.
Building trusted relationships through site inspections, planning meetings and personalised service.
Influencing sales strategy through forecasting, reporting, commercial analysis and performance optimisation.
Ensuring a seamless transition from sales to hotel operations, setting every event up for success.
Identifying opportunities to enhance systems, processes and the overall client journey.
Collaborating closely with Sales, Marketing, Revenue, Finance and Hotel Operations to deliver exceptional commercial and guest outcomes.

Qualifications

About You

You're an experienced Sales Leader who enjoys developing people as much as winning business. You build trusted client relationships, bring commercial curiosity, and know how to balance strategic thinking with hands-on leadership. You thrive in a luxury environment where attention to detail, collaboration and exceptional service are non-negotiable.

You'll also bring:

Demonstrated leadership experience within Conference & Events Sales or a comparable hotel sales environment.
Proven success driving revenue growth, conversion and commercial performance.
Outstanding coaching, mentoring and people leadership capability.
Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Exceptional organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
Advanced knowledge of Delphi, Opera and Microsoft Office.
The ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining service excellence.
A collaborative leadership style with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Additional Information

Why Join Sofitel Sydney Wentworth?

At Sofitel Sydney Wentworth, you'll be part of an iconic hotel entering a new chapter. We invest in our people, celebrate success and provide opportunities to build a rewarding career within one of the world's leading luxury hospitality brands.

Our benefits include:

Global discounts on accommodation, dining, bars and more across 100+ Accor hotels and partner venues worldwide
Generous leave entitlements, including birthday leave and up to 12 weeks parental leave
30% team member dining discount across our signature venues: Tilda, Bar Tilda, Delta Rue and Wentworth Bar
Career development opportunities within a globally recognised luxury hospitality brand
Ongoing learning and development, working alongside industry leaders
Onsite perks including complimentary dry cleaning, $2 barista-made coffee, a $5 staff lunch buffet, and discounted city parking
A complimentary hotel stay package to celebrate your work anniversary
Free 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program for confidential wellbeing support If you’re passionate about hospitality, service excellence, and innovation, we want to hear from you!

If you're ready to lead one of Sydney's premier Conference & Events Sales teams and help shape the future of an iconic luxury hotel, we'd love to hear from you.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know.

Please note that full working rights in Australia are required for this role.

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