Senior Conference & Events Executive

Job Description

The Senior Conference & Events Executive coordinates conferences, meetings, weddings and other functions from initial enquiry through to delivery. The role involves preparing proposals and contracts, managing client relationships, coordinating with food and beverage, kitchen, rooms and operations teams, conducting site inspections, creating event schedules and ensuring smooth execution. Candidates are expected to have experience in conference, events or hotel sales, strong organisational and communication skills, commercial awareness and excellent attention to detail. Confidence in negotiating with clients, handling multiple events, meeting revenue targets and resolving issues professionally is important. Knowledge of hotel systems and Australian hospitality practices is advantageous.

Company Info

Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort is part of Accor, a major international hospitality group operating hotels, resorts and serviced residences across many countries. The resort is located near Twin Waters on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast and offers accommodation, dining, leisure facilities and conference spaces for corporate groups, weddings and social events. Novotel is Accor’s internationally recognised midscale brand, known for comfortable accommodation, practical business facilities and relaxed family-friendly hospitality. Employees typically work in a collaborative, guest-focused environment with opportunities to develop within the property and across Accor’s wider hotel network. The resort’s conference and events operation works closely with accommodation, food and beverage, culinary and guest services teams to deliver professional functions. Benefits may include staff accommodation or discounts in some circumstances, hotel and dining discounts, training and internal career opportunities, subject to company policy.

Destination Guide

Australia is a large island continent with strong opportunities in hospitality, tourism, events, restaurants and resorts, particularly in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and Western Australia. Sunshine Coast life is relaxed, outdoors-focused and centred on beaches, national parks, cafés and water activities. The region generally offers a warm climate, though housing and transport costs should be researched carefully before relocating. Australian workplaces value punctuality, clear communication, teamwork, workplace safety and a friendly but professional service style. Foreign applicants normally need a suitable visa, such as an employer-sponsored visa, skilled visa or working holiday visa where eligible. Requirements vary by nationality, age, occupation and employer sponsorship. Applicants should check current conditions through the Australian Department of Home Affairs and budget for accommodation, health insurance, transport and initial living expenses.