Director of MICE

Role summary

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The Director of MICE leads meetings, incentives, conferences and events business across Minor Hotels’ Australian and New Zealand portfolio. The role typically requires strong experience in hotel event sales, business development, account management and commercial strategy, together with an established network of corporate, association and agency clients. Candidates should be confident negotiating major contracts, developing revenue plans, managing key relationships and collaborating with hotels, operations and revenue teams. Excellent communication, presentation and leadership skills are expected, along with knowledge of the ANZ hospitality market, strong commercial judgment and the ability to travel when required. Experience managing large-scale events and achieving sales targets would be highly valued.

About the employer

Minor Hotels is an international hospitality group operating hotels, resorts and serviced residences across multiple regions, including Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Africa, Australia and New Zealand. Its portfolio includes well-known brands such as Anantara, Avani, NH Hotels, Oaks, Tivoli and Elewana. Minor Hotels Corporate Office – ANZ supports the group’s Australian and New Zealand properties through commercial strategy, sales, marketing, operations, finance and corporate services. The organisation works across leisure, business travel, meetings, incentives, conferences and events, with a focus on delivering distinctive guest experiences and sustainable growth. The Director of MICE role contributes to the group’s commercial performance by expanding event demand, strengthening client partnerships and coordinating sales opportunities across the regional hotel portfolio.

Working in Australia

Australia offers strong opportunities in hotels, tourism, conferences, events and corporate travel, particularly in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and the Gold Coast. The culture is generally informal, multicultural and workplace-focused, with emphasis on clear communication, initiative and work-life balance. Lifestyle varies from busy city living to coastal communities, with beaches, outdoor activities and a relatively high cost of living in major cities. Overseas candidates usually need an appropriate work visa, such as employer sponsorship, a skilled visa or another eligible temporary visa; requirements depend on nationality, occupation and experience. Relocation planning should include accommodation, health insurance, tax arrangements, transport and possible childcare or schooling costs. Australia is geographically vast, so travel between properties can require flights and significant planning.