Event Leader - Melbourne, Vic

About FCM Meetings and Events:We have an elevated focus on strategy, content and technology. We are leaner, more agile. And it's all backed by the global strength and security of Flight Centre Travel Group's flagship corporate travel brand FCM Travel. When you combine the talent, tech, global reach of our new blended brand as well as the amazing ability of our people to think differently - the result is a meetings and events company LIKE NO OTHER.About the OpportunityTo provide support to the Head of Events in effectively leading and managing the Melbourne events teams and strive to meet or exceed business targets. We connect our customers' audiences to their business and/or strategic message by creating innovative events, compelling incentive programs and exciting branding and communications. We create experiences that make memories for the audience, whether in person or virtually, by stimulating their hearts and minds to optimise their engagement.What you will be doing:

• Be fully accountable for the projects under your direction and work with the Head of Events, Sales Team and the customer to ensure that the event brief and budget are fully understood to deliver creative and logistically sound solutions.
• Ability to develop and manage existing customer relationships for consistent and repeat business opportunities.
• Support workflow and resource management across all projects and within the greater Events team.
• Mentoring & training team members in FCM Meeting & Events policy, systems, processes and platforms.

You'll be perfect for this role if you can showcase:

• Degree qualified, preferred in Project or Event Management
• A minimum of 8 years demonstrated experience in project management within the event management and production industry.
• Proven track record in effective leadership and experience in training and mentoring team members
• A knowledge of all major suppliers and relevant MICE products and destinations
• Knowledge of project management processes, standards and procedures
• Demonstrated experience in project management with the event management sand production industry

The successful candidate will be rewarded with a competitive salary package, with global career advancement and travel opportunities! Work with some of the largest and most well-known businesses in Australia and colleagues across the business.

• Career progression program including global career opportunities
• Health advice, gym access and financial planning consultations
• Discounted travel and access to excellent incentives from the world's top travel providers
• FCMflex - flexible working arrangements that cater to both personal and business objectives

You will be employed by a company that takes pride in their employees and offers a team culture like no other in the industry. You will be welcomed and provided with the right support to achieve continued success.For a job that will truly take you places, watch your career take off and join the FCM Meetings and Events / Flight Centre Travel Group's force!#LI-ME1#FCMME#LI-HybridApplications close: