Conference & Events Sales Manager: Grand Ballroom Launch

Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts; Burwood; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance incentive

Career growth

Job summary

Crowne Plaza Sydney Burwood is seeking a driven Conference & Event Sales Manager to launch and sell the Grand Regent Ballroom, a new events space for up to 230 guests with modern AV and integrated lighting.

You’ll own the full sales cycle from prospecting to contracts, lead tastings and site inspections, build a Sydney-wide network across corporate, government and social markets, and partner with operations to deliver memorable, revenue‑driven events in Burwood’s premier venue.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' conference and events sales experience in a hotel or premium venue.
• A track record of hitting targets and winning new business.
• A strong Sydney network across corporate and/or social events.
• Polished presentation, negotiation and written communication.
• Experience with sales & catering / CRM systems (e.g. Delphi, Opera, Salesforce).
• Pre-opening experience.

Responsibilities

• Win new business across corporate, government, association, wedding and social markets
• Lead the launch of the Grand Regent Ballroom: packages, showcases and partnerships
• Convert enquiries quickly with compelling proposals and site inspections
• Grow revenue per event through F&B, AV and accommodation upsell
• Build lasting relationships with clients, planners and industry partners
• Report on pipeline, pace and forecast against targets

Skills

Events sales

Target achievement

Networking

Presentation skills

Negotiation

Tools

Delphi

Opera

Salesforce

Job description

Crowne Plaza Sydney Burwood is seeking a driven Conference & Event Sales Manager to launch and sell the Grand Regent Ballroom, a new events space for up to 230 guests with modern AV and integrated lighting.

You’ll own the full sales cycle from prospecting to contracts, lead tastings and site inspections, build a Sydney-wide network across corporate, government and social markets, and partner with operations to deliver memorable, revenue‑driven events in Burwood’s premier venue.