Conference & Events Sales Manager | Accor

Job Description

Novotel Sydney Darling Square is centrally located in the heart of Darling Harbour. The contemporary hotel offers a range of services and facilities. The hotel is the ideal venue for small to medium sized functions, meetings and conferences for up to 120 guests. With six dedicated conference and meeting rooms, each room offers an abundance of natural light.

The iconic Pumphouse Bar & Restaurant stands as an exceptional venue, ready to ignite your creative flair and curate uniquely tailored events for your clients.

Our venue options offer limitless possibilities, constrained only by your imaginative idea. With endless opportunities the world is your oyster.

Novotel Sydney Darling Square is thrilled to introduce a new position, and we are actively seeking a highly motivated and results-orientated Conference & Events Sales Manager to join our dynamic team. The chosen candidate will play a pivotal role in optimising revenue while overseeing the Conference & Events team. If you’re ambitious and prepared for a challenging yet rewarding role, we encourage you to apply and become an integral member of our vibrant team.

Reporting to the Director of Sales & Marketing, you will be responsible for the development of the conference & events sales team and drive revenue strategies to achieve targets. Your responsibilities will encompass the development of new business opportunities, requiring a proactive approach and initiative. This position involves a proactive element, making it an ideal fit for those who thrive on the excitement of seeking and hunting out new business opportunities. If you have a passion for business development and the dedication to manage a small team, this role is tailored-made for you!

To thrive in this role, you will demonstrate the ability to excel within a busy operation and be able to multitask with a warm friendly approach.

You will be a self-motivator, with sales-driven attitude and has a passion for developing and nurturing win-win relationships with all stakeholders. Enthusiasm for selling is key, as is the crucial skill of leading a small team. You will ideally have knowledge of Delphi, Res Diary (not essential).

Your success will be underpinned by excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong time management, a professional telephone manner, a high standard of personal presentation and, above all, your commitment to delivering exemplary and consistent service to clients.

You will excel in the intricacies of events and are adept at seamlessly navigate multifaceted aspects of events planning and delivery. Your hunger to be successful will be one of your key attributes.

This position offers an excellent chance to collaborate with a tightly-knit and dynamic team. In recognition of your passion and dedication, we provide opportunities for mentorship and continuous growth, supporting you on your career journey. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, enjoy Accor hotel discounts and benefits worldwide. Our work environment encourages questions and embraces teamwork.

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you’re welcome to let us know.