Conference & Events Sales Executive - Elevate Experiences

EVT Limited; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dining & stays discount

Movie tickets discount

Seasonal perks at Thredbo

Career growth

Paid parental leave

Job summary

EVT Limited is seeking a proactive Conference & Events Sales professional to drive revenue across meetings, conferences, banquets, social events and weddings. You will coordinate inquiries, schedule appointments, support lead generation, and follow up with potential clients.

The role focuses on delivering site inspections, cross‑selling hotel services, and maintaining accurate data in the conference management system.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar Conference & Events or Sales role.
• Strong relationship building and business development skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities.
• Ability to plan, pitch, and close sales effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate conference and event sales across meetings, conferences, banquets, social events, and weddings.
• Handle enquiries, book appointments, support lead generation, and complete follow ups.
• Conduct proactive and reactive sales activity to meet C&E budgets.
• Deliver hotel site inspections for clients and partners.
• Upsell products and services to maximise revenue.
• Maintain accurate data and bookings in iVvy and manage the conference database.
• Prepare regular sales reports and communicate room block requirements with Reservations.
• Respond to all enquiries within 24 hours and maintain strong client relationships.
• Collaborate with internal departments to enhance guest experience and drive repeat business.
• Track lost business reasons and elevate insights to management.
• Support local and national C&E campaigns and assist with additional sales duties as required.

Skills

Relationship building

Business development

Excellent communication

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Planning and closing sales

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

EVT Limited is seeking a proactive Conference & Events Sales professional to drive revenue across meetings, conferences, banquets, social events and weddings. You will coordinate inquiries, schedule appointments, support lead generation, and follow up with potential clients.

The role focuses on delivering site inspections, cross‑selling hotel services, and maintaining accurate data in the conference management system.