Precinct Conference & Events Executive

Job Description

The Precinct Conference & Events Executive coordinates conferences, meetings, exhibitions and social functions across Novotel Sydney Olympic Park and its event precinct. Requirements generally include hospitality or events experience, strong administration and organisational skills, excellent written and verbal communication, attention to detail, and confidence using booking or event-management systems. The successful candidate is expected to manage client enquiries, prepare proposals and event documentation, coordinate operational teams, monitor event details, and deliver professional service from initial enquiry through completion. Flexibility is important, as the role may involve evenings, weekends and busy event periods. A positive, commercially aware approach and the ability to manage multiple priorities are highly valued.

Company Info

Novotel Sydney Olympic Park is part of Accor, a global hospitality group operating hotels, resorts and serviced residences across many countries. The hotel is located within Sydney Olympic Park, a major business, sports and entertainment precinct close to venues such as Accor Stadium, Qudos Bank Arena and the Sydney Showground. Novotel provides accommodation, restaurants, bars, meeting facilities and conference services for leisure travellers, corporate guests and large events. Its conference and events operations are supported by a broader precinct team and benefit from substantial demand generated by concerts, sporting fixtures, exhibitions and business functions. Accor promotes guest-focused service, teamwork, professional development and career mobility across its international network. Employees typically work in a diverse, fast-paced environment where service standards, commercial performance, safety and smooth coordination between departments are important.

Destination Guide

Australia offers varied hospitality opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, events, tourism and facilities management, particularly in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, the Gold Coast and regional destinations. Workplace culture is generally informal, practical and team-oriented, with emphasis on punctuality, safety, inclusion and customer service. Sydney provides beaches, national parks, sporting events and a multicultural lifestyle, although rent and transport costs can be high. Employees should budget carefully and check award rates, penalty rates and superannuation entitlements. Visa options may include the Working Holiday Maker program, employer-sponsored visas, skilled visas or student visas with work rights; eligibility, age limits and occupation rules vary. Before relocating, confirm visa conditions, tax-file requirements, health insurance and accommodation. Australia is geographically large, so transport and regional travel require planning. English proficiency and relevant hospitality experience improve employment prospects, while responsible service or safety certificates may be required for certain roles.