Events Manager

• Ongoing/Non-ongoing (12-month contract)
• Full time Canberra or Melbourne based role 
• Collaborative team and varied work

Events Manager

• Ongoing/Non-ongoing (12 month contract)
• Full-time Canberra or Melbourne based role 
• Collaborative team and varied work

The Events Manager is a key role in the Client Services team and is central to helping AGS deliver its client events. 

About us
Australian Government Solicitor (AGS) is the Australian Government’s central legal practice and part of the Attorney-General’s Department. AGS helps Commonwealth clients to manage legal issues, navigate new challenges and find solutions which deliver the best outcomes for Australia. We are a self-funded legal practice and compete for our work.

AGS is unique. AGS is dedicated to the national interest and is a trusted advisor to Government. 

AGS is innovative. Drawing on an exceptional depth of experience and expertise, we assist the Australian Government in the development and implementation of solutions to legal issues that have national importance.

AGS is diverse. With offices in every capital city and a team of 680 staff, including 470 lawyers, we work in more than 40 different areas of law related to government. 

About the role
As the Events Manager you will have an integral role in strengthening AGS's professional reputation by delivering successful events. The role will include:

• project management and delivery of high-profile, high-quality external events
• procurement, venue and supplier contract management
• reviewing and updating data in the client relationship management (CRM) system 
• managing event budgets, providing speaking notes, and event feedback surveys, reporting and analysis. 

The position is located within the AGS Client Services team and can be based in Canberra or Melbourne. The successful candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail. A background in event management is desirable. 

For further information about the requirements of the Events Manager position, please refer to the role description available below.

About you
This role will suit someone with a background in event management. The successful candidate will ideally have:

• excellent organisational and project management skills
• strong communication skills and attention to detail
• a proactive approach to their work focussed on close engagement with key stakeholders 
• desire to deliver high quality services 
• the ability to think on your feet and problem-solve to meet business needs.

You will work with a community of professionals dedicated to the national interest. You will work collaboratively in an inclusive environment where everyone’s contribution is valued, and success is rewarded. We offer our employees competitive remuneration packages, including 15.4% superannuation. 
 
AGS is a supportive organisation which embraces diversity. We understand that work is only part of your life and while our workplace can be demanding at times, we also provide access to a range of flexible working options, generous leave entitlements and wellbeing benefits to support your needs throughout your career. 

How to apply
To apply you must be an Australian Citizen and be willing to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Baseline Level. To apply, please click the ‘Begin’ button.  Please provide a covering letter (no more than 2 pages), addressing the requirements of the job and your relevant experience, and your CV.

Applications close at 5:00pm (AEST) on Monday 27 May 2024. 

Further enquiries 
Further information can be obtained by contacting Bianca Locandro, Director Marketing 03 9242 1*** or Natalie Lightfoot, HR Business Partner 02 6253 7***.

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