Conference & Events Sales Exec - Rydges World Square

Rydges Hotels & Resorts; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dining and stays discounts across EVT/

Movie tickets discounts

Seasonal perks at Thredbo

Rapid career growth across hotel &

Job summary

Rydges World Square in Sydney is seeking a Conference & Events Sales Exec to support the C&E manager in driving revenue and departmental success. You will focus on converting enquiries, building client relationships, and presenting tailored event solutions.

With 1–2 years of relevant experience, you will coordinate end-to-end conference sales, manage yields, design training materials, and collaborate across Reservations, Events and Operations to ensure seamless client experiences.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in conference and events sales or similar hotels roles.
• Experience coordinating end-to-end conference and event sales with focus on revenue growth.
• Ability to design and deliver training materials and track development progress.
• Proven success in building industry relationships and loyalty programs.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration, reporting and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Achieve individual and team Conference & Events sales targets by converting enquiries into confirmed business.
• Build relationships with new and existing clients to drive repeat business and maximise revenue.
• Respond promptly to enquiries and follow up opportunities to maximise conversion.
• Conduct site inspections and present tailored event solutions to secure bookings.
• Upsell accommodation, catering, AV and other services to increase revenue.
• Maintain client records, bookings and sales activity in iVvy.
• Collaborate with Reservations, Events and Operations for a seamless client experience.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to improve sales performance.
• Prepare sales reports and maintain an organized pipeline of enquiries.

Skills

Event sales experience

Yield management

Training program design

Relationship building

Cross-functional collaboration

Onsite event coordination

Tools

iVvy

Job description

Conference & Events Sales Exec - Rydges World Square

Proudly owned and operated in Australia and New Zealand, Rydges offers refreshingly local stays in city, regional and resort‑style hotels. We’re not just in the neighbourhood, we’re part of it. Every hotel is designed for ease, connection and quality. From check‑in to check‑out, our local heroes bring a can‑do attitude and “too easy” service. Whether it’s for work or a well‑earned break, our place feels like home with the charm of somewhere new. Join us to help make every moment memorable.

EVT has an endless range of roles and careers pathways to explore across over 140 entertainment experiences like Event Cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas, 150 award‑winning restaurants and bars, and 80+ hotels, including QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo, Independent Collection and Australia’s most loved year‑round alpine resort, Thredbo. Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few. Once you’re in, there’s no limits on where your career could take you.

Key Responsibilities

As a full‑time Sales Exec, you’ll support the C&E manager in driving the success of the department and achieving results. This role focuses driving productivity and profitability, reviewing and assessing the training of C&E staff and growing revenue streams.

• Achieve individual and team Conference & Events sales targets by converting enquiries into confirmed business.
• Build strong relationships with new and existing clients to drive repeat business and maximise revenue.
• Respond to enquiries promptly and confidently, following up opportunities to maximise conversion.
• Conduct site inspections and present tailored event solutions to secure bookings.
• Upsell accommodation, catering, AV and other services to increase revenue.
• Maintain accurate client records, bookings and sales activity in iVvy.
• Work closely with Reservations, Events and Operations to ensure a seamless client experience.
• Monitor lost business, market trends and competitor activity to improve sales performance.
• Prepare sales reports and maintain an organised pipeline of enquiries.
• Provide exceptional customer service while supporting the overall success of the Conference & Events team.

What You’ll Bring

• 1-2 years of previous experience in similar role ideally coming from the Hotels or Event companies.
• Experience in coordinating and managing end‑to‑end conference and event sales, with a strong focus on yield management and revenue growth.
• Skilled in designing and delivering training programs, tracking development progress, and maintaining up‑to‑date training resources.
• Demonstrated success in building strong industry relationships and promoting loyalty programs to enhance client engagement and retention.
• Adept at cross‑functional collaboration, reporting, and strategic planning to support smooth event execution and drive departmental profitability.
• Collaborative team player skilled in working with back‑of‑house teams, providing onsite event coordination, and supporting colleagues across departments.

How You Work

• Daymaker ethos — no one’s too big for the small things.
• Hands‑on and non‑hierarchical — leads from the front.
• Resilient and solutions‑focused — stays calm, moves fast.
• Growth mindset — learns, shares, and levels up others.

Perks from Day One

As part of EVT, you unlock Elevate Perks from your first day. Parity for all levels - no ivory towers.

• 50% off dining and stays across EVT hotels – QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo and more.
• $2 movie tickets + discounts on Gold Class, Moonlight Cinema and Candy Bar.
• Seasonal perks at Thredbo.
• Rapid career growth across our hotel & entertainment network.
• Paid parental leave; community & volunteering opportunities.