Event Executive

Job Description

The Event Executive supports the planning and delivery of conferences, meetings, weddings and social functions at Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park. Responsibilities typically include responding to enquiries, preparing proposals and contracts, coordinating event details with clients and hotel departments, arranging function spaces and menus, updating systems, and assisting with event-day operations. Candidates should have hospitality, events or customer-service experience, strong organisation and communication skills, attention to detail, and confidence managing several deadlines. A professional presentation, commercial awareness, ability to build client relationships, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays are expected. Experience with hotel event or sales systems and knowledge of Sydney’s corporate and leisure market would be advantageous.

Company Info

Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park is a large full-service hotel in central Sydney, operated under Marriott International’s Sheraton brand. Located beside Hyde Park and close to the city’s business district, shopping areas and major attractions, the hotel serves corporate travellers, tourists, conferences, weddings and other events. Its facilities generally include accommodation, restaurants and bars, meeting and banquet spaces, fitness and leisure services, and guest support departments. Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hotel companies, with a broad portfolio of recognised brands and properties across many countries. Sheraton hotels focus on welcoming service, community connection and comfortable spaces that bring guests together. Employees typically work in a structured international hospitality environment with opportunities for training, internal mobility and exposure to large-scale hotel operations.

Destination Guide

Australia offers strong opportunities in hotels, restaurants, resorts, events, tourism and related service industries, especially in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, the Gold Coast and regional destinations. Workplaces are generally multicultural, practical and relatively informal, while punctuality, workplace safety, equal treatment and clear communication are valued. Lifestyle options range from busy city living and beaches to outdoor activities, national parks and a relaxed café culture. Living costs, particularly rent, can be high in Sydney. Eligible applicants may use a Working Holiday visa, while employer-sponsored, skilled and student pathways may suit qualified candidates; visa conditions and work rights should be checked with the Department of Home Affairs. Relocation usually requires a valid visa, tax file number, bank account, accommodation and health cover. Event and hotel roles may involve shift work, weekends and seasonal demand.