Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Conference & Events Manager to lead the planning, coordination and delivery of conferences, corporate events, meetings, functions and special occasions within our hotel. This is an exciting opportunity for a hospitality professional who combines strong commercial awareness with exceptional organisation, attention to detail and a genuine passion for creating outstanding guest experiences.
n Reporting to the hotel leadership team, the Conference & Events Manager will oversee the event journey from initial enquiry and contracting through to planning, operational handover and post-event follow-up. You will work closely with clients and internal hotel departments to ensure every event is professionally coordinated, commercially successful and delivered to a consistently high standard.
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- Manage conference and event enquiries, proposals, contracts and bookings.
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- Coordinate conferences, meetings, corporate functions, weddings and special events from enquiry through to completion.
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- Build strong relationships with clients, event organisers and key accounts.
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- Conduct site inspections and confidently showcase the hotel's event spaces, accommodation and facilities.
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- Prepare detailed event orders, function sheets, floor plans and operational requirements.
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- Coordinate menus, beverage packages, audio-visual requirements, accommodation and other event arrangements.
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- Work closely with Food & Beverage, Kitchen, Front Office, Housekeeping, Sales and other hotel departments to ensure seamless delivery.
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- Maximise conference and event revenue through effective conversion, upselling and identification of additional opportunities.
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- Monitor event forecasts, budgets, deposits, billing and financial performance.
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- Maintain accurate information within hotel and event management systems.
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- Lead pre-event meetings and ensure operational teams are fully briefed on client expectations.
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- Resolve client requests or operational challenges professionally and efficiently.
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- Conduct post-event follow-up and use client feedback to continually improve the guest experience.
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- Maintain a strong understanding of the local conference, events and hospitality market.
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About You
n You will be a confident and engaging hospitality skilled who enjoys building relationships and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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- Previous experience in conference and events management, hotel events, functions or a similar hospitality role.
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- Strong event planning, administration and organisational skills.
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- Excellent written and verbal communication.
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- A strong customer service and relationship-management focus.
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- Commercial awareness with the ability to maximise revenue opportunities.
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- Experience preparing event documentation and coordinating requirements across multiple departments.
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- Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines.
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- Confidence working with hotel, event management and Microsoft Office systems.
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- A collaborative approach and the ability to build strong relationships with operational teams.
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- Flexibility to work around event requirements, including occasional evenings and weekends.
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What We Offer

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- Competitive Remuneration
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- Career progression and opportunities within Prendiville Group
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- Free onsite parking
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- Staff benefits across the group including discount on accommodation and food and beverage at all Prendiville Group venues.
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If you are passionate about hospitality, thrive on organisation and enjoy turning a client's vision into a successful event, we would love to hear from you.

📌 Conference and Events Manager (Perth)
🏢 Tradewinds Hotel
📍 Perth