6d ago , from Illawarra Mercury Job Board
Merivaledelivers thousands of events every year, and ourEvent Managersare at the heart of making them happen.
From corporate celebrations and milestone birthdays to unforgettable weddings, you'll take ideas and transform them into standout events.
You will predominantly be responsible for planning events in venues/dedicated event spaces.
This role will see you collaborating closely with our internal teams—including Sales, Event Kitchens, and Event Operations—to plan and execute a variety of events.
Managing large volume, multiple day and multiple venue events across core venues
Bespoke Event Planning working closely with internal & external stakeholders
Coordinate and communicate verbally and in writing with the client regarding event details
Produce and distribute accurate floorplans and event sheets
Lead pre-event and post event meetings to communicate/review/feedback as required
Identify challenges and work with the client, sales, operations and kitchen teams to solve these challenges
Manage client budgets to maximize revenue, upsell and to meet client needs, ensure financials for the event and payments are accurate
Ensure all guests experience a standard of service that commensurate with Merivale standards from file handover through post event phase.




Maintain and regularly update data base including relevant client information
As the ideal candidate, you will have:
2+ years event management experience, including inhouse venue event planning
Ability to drive revenue, upsell and increase growth across events and the business in its entirety.
Extensive experience collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders
To be able to think and act strategically
System related strengths would be considered an asset
Strong organisational skills and the ability to juggle multiple projects, events & stakeholders at the one time
Merivale Employee Benefits
Exclusive monthlyperks, staff-onlyrewardsand events.
Paid Parental leave - with flexible return to work options
Merivale Staff Cellar - access to premium wines at staff pricing.
Unlimited growth opportunities with endless development opportunities.
Merivale Academy - online and in-person training, including Leadership & Performance, First Aid, Food Safety and more.
Employee Assistance Program - confidential wellbeing and mental health support, provided by Sonder.
Employee Referral Program - earn rewards for bringing great people on board
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📌 Event Manager | Merivale (New South Wales)
🏢 Merivale
📍 New South Wales