Senior Sales & Events Coordinator

What are the perks...Free Fitness Centre membershipMeal Card AllowanceFree ParkingFood, Beverage & Accommodation DiscountsSupportive and friendly culture in a rewarding roleSouthport Sharks...Our Events Team is expanding, so we are currently seeking a Senior Sales & Events Coordinator to join our growing team on a full time basis.Who we are...Southport Sharks boasts a diverse range of food and beverage outlets, multi-purpose Events Centre with capacity for 1000 people and a 120 room Mantra Hotel on site.The Unique Role...If you have ever wanted to be part of a successful team of professionals working together to deliver high quality residential conferences, celebratory events, gala dinners and more, the opportunity is here and knocking on your door.You’ll be an integral part of the events team, working with all areas of the club such as the Events Centre, Mantra at Sharks Hotel, Aviary Rooftop Bar, the Health and Fitness Centre, Box Coffee Co., Cabana Bar and more!The Senior Sales & Events Coordinator is responsible for creating and planning a broad range of events at a high volume whilst providing administrative support to the Events Department.In this fast-paced role, you will be responsible for the following:Working closely with the General Manager- Sales and Events to establish relationships with new and existing clients for future business opportunities and strong conversion across Event Planners, PCO, Corporate, Association, Sporting & Schools market segments.Research and identify new business development opportunities with focus on residential conferences; create and continually update a pipeline of new Clients.Support the events team where required including facilitating meetings such as weekly BEO meetings and attending weekly meetings in the absence of the GM Sales and Events.Meet with and assist in developing and organising conferences, clients special events and celebratory occasionsPrepare proposals and contracts for events such as residential conferences, weddings, gala events, sporting events, birthdays, concerts & gigs, school formals & graduations, award nights... and the list goes on!Build strong relationships with internal and external guestsLiaise and negotiate with clients to achieve to identify opportunities to upsell and deliver beyond client expectationsCo-ordinate day to day requirements of clients and action as necessary (e.g. complete and distribute BEO and internal communication within the business)Prepare and distribute daily, weekly and monthly reports as required and within the allocated time frameAttend tradeshows, networking, community events and industry meetings as requiredMaintain a high standard of product knowledge and to assist clients with creating their special dayDisplay a strong understanding of the current market and competitors in the Events industryCommunicate effectively with internal & external suppliers to deliver events Required Experience...The successful candidate must have a minimum of 3 years Coordinator experience and a history of client managementExperience working under pressure with high volume of businessProficiency in Microsoft Office SuiteCurrent Queensland Certification in RSA Preferred Skills...Ivvy experienceExcellent written/verbal communication skillsExcellent customer service skillsTime Management skills is a mustAble to be creative and use initiative to provide ‘best outcome’ in absence of ManagerIf you're an energetic events professional with a passion for creating customer value, apply now!APPLY NOW!!