Additional Information

Job Number 26124944
Job Category Sales & Marketing
Location 42 Ferny Avenue, Gold Coast 4217, Australia VIEW ON MAP
Schedule Full Time
Located Remotely? N
Position Type Management
*Applicants must hold unrestricted Australian work rights to be considered for this position. Please specify in your cover letter whether you are an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or the visa you currently hold. Candidates who do not have full work rights in Australia, including Student Visa and Working Holiday Visa holders, will not be considered.*

AC Hotel by Marriott Gold Coast is set to bring a fresh, modern hospitality experience to one of Australia's most iconic destinations. Perfectly positioned along the Nerang River and moments from the heart of Surfers Paradise, the hotel will blend contemporary design, thoughtful service, and European-inspired sophistication in a vibrant waterfront setting. At AC, attention to detail is the greatest form of hospitality. Inspired by the European soul and Spanish roots of our brand, we create thoughtfully designed experiences that allow guests to focus on what matters most.

Part of Marriott International's global portfolio of more than 30 hotel brands, AC Hotels by Marriott is known for its purposeful design, refined style, and focus on the details that matter most. Created for modern travellers, the brand delivers a seamless experience through elegant spaces, intuitive service, and a culture of excellence.

This is a unique pre-opening opportunity to join the foundation team and play a key role in shaping the culture, standards, and guest experience from day one. As one of the hotel's first associates, you will have the chance to influence how the hotel operates,



contribute to building a high-performing team, and help bring an exciting new Marriott destination to life.

At Marriott International, we believe our people are the heart of our success. We are committed to developing talent, fostering inclusion, and creating opportunities for our associates to grow their careers while making a meaningful impact. This is more than a job; it's an chance to help create something special from the very beginning

What You'll Do

- Proactively drive catering, meetings, events, and group accommodation sales to achieve revenue targets
- Identify and secure new business opportunities through networking, prospecting, and relationship building
- Manage the full event lifecycle, from initial enquiry and proposal through to execution and post-event follow-up
- Generate proposals, prepare and negotiate contracts, event agreements, and group accommodation arrangements
- Collaborate with clients to develop tailored event solutions, including menus, room layouts, and event logistics
- Conduct hotel and event space site inspections for prospective clients
- Prepare and distribute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and ensure all event details are communicated effectively across hotel departments
- Partner closely with Food & Beverage, Culinary, Front Office, and Operations teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences




- Monitor business trends and identify opportunities to increase event revenue and market share
- Maintain accurate records within sales and event management systems
- Represent AC Hotel Gold Coast at industry events, networking functions, and community engagements and develop relationships within community to strengthen and expand customer base for sales opportunities.
- Work collaboratively with off-property sales channels to ensure sales efforts are coordinated, complementary and not duplicative.
- Build and strengthen relationships with existing and new customers to enable future bookings. Activities include sales calls, entertainment, FAM trips, trade shows, etc.

What We're Looking For

- Minimum 2 years' experience in hotel sales, events, catering sales, conference services, or hospitality management
- Strong commercial acumen with a proven ability to drive revenue growth
- Outstanding communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
- Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- A genuine passion for hospitality and delivering memorable guest experiences
- Experience using hotel sales and event management systems is highly regarded
- Ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively within a team environment

Why Join AC Hotel Gold Coast?

As part of Marriott International, you'll have access to world-class development opportunities while working in a contemporary, design-focused environment that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

Benefits & Perks

- Market-competitive salary package and incentive opportunities
- Marriott International hotel dis

📌 Sales and Events Manager (Gold Coast)
🏢 AC Hotels by Marriott
📍 Gold Coast