Conference & Events Coordinator

THE POSITION

The University Club of Western Australia is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Conference and Events Coordinator to join our professional team. Located on the banks of the Swan River on the heritage-listed grounds of The University of Western Australia, the Club’s facilities include a Casual Dining Café, Fine Dining Restaurant and 12 private function rooms. 

THE ROLE

• Sale of the Club’s twelve state-of-the-art conference and dining venues
• Client liaison and site inspections
• Identification of client needs and recommendations to ensure the best possible delivery of events
• Preparation of written quotations, contracts and banquet event orders
• Coordination of high profile academic, corporate and government events
• Coordination of weddings, anniversaries and birthday celebrations
• Maintaining and nurturing client relationships
• Proactively securing new and repeat business
• Raising client invoices and following up post-event

THE APPLICANT

The successful candidate must have a minimum of 12 months experience in event coordination in a hotel or conference centre environment, together with a comprehensive understanding of banquet operations. The following attributes are also essential:

• Exceptional time management skills to balance tight deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Impeccable attention to detail
• Strong negotiation skills
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Demonstrated capacity to deliver results
• Ability to reach sales targets
• Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Publisher
• Immaculate personal presentation

THE OFFER

The University Club is located on the banks of the Swan River on the heritage-listed grounds of The University of Western Australia. Facilities include private function rooms, a fine dining restaurant and Café.

The Club offers excellent working conditions and a fantastic team environment including:

• Generous renumeration,
• 17.5% annual leave loading,
• Uniform,
• Staff meal,
• The option to purchase up to two weeks of additional annual leave,
• Long service superannuation bonus scheme and
• Mentorship and development opportunities.

The Club’s mission is to exceed guest expectations and to provide members and guests with an unparalleled dining/conferencing experience. If you feel you are the right person for this role, apply now. 

For further information please contact:

Kirsty Hayden

Human Resources Manager

*************@universityclub.uwa.edu.au

08 6488 4***