Event Manager

Sports Entertainment Network Pty; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Sports Entertainment Network Pty is seeking an experienced Event Manager to lead planning, delivery, and ongoing management of client events within Ballpark and the wider SEN portfolio.

You will oversee events from concept through execution, manage budgets and supplier relationships, and drive commercial outcomes while maintaining top-tier client satisfaction across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience managing events from concept to delivery.
• Strong project management and organisational skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Experience managing budgets, invoicing and financial reporting.
• Exceptional client relationship and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong commercial acumen and a focus on delivering profitable outcomes.
• Ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and solutions-focused in a fast-paced event environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end event delivery, including planning, execution and post-event evaluation.
• Lead multiple event projects simultaneously, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to a high standard.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as the primary point of contact throughout the event lifecycle.
• Develop event strategies and creative concepts that align with client objectives and deliver measurable outcomes.
• Coordinate suppliers, venues, contractors and event staff to ensure seamless event execution.
• Manage event budgets, client fees and billing schedules to ensure commercial objectives are achieved.
• Oversee invoicing, debtor management and monthly financial reconciliations.
• Monitor project profitability, resource allocation and client servicing levels.
• Prepare client reports, event summaries and performance insights, including ROI reporting where required.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying efficiencies and innovative ways to enhance the client and guest experience.
• Contribute to quarterly planning and broader business initiatives across the Events team.
• Ensure all events are delivered safely and in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Job description

Sports Entertainment Network (SEN) is one of the largest sports media content and entertainment businesses, with the unique capability to deliver brand stories to national and international audiences, across Australia and New Zealand. This is achieved via multiple platforms including radio, print, television, digital, in-stadium and events. SEN is a dynamic sport led business on an exciting growth journey and we’re looking for match fit talent to join our passionate team.

Why work with us?

You will have unique access to our well recognised and regarded talent and events, whether that be in the office or from home with options to work with our tailored working arrangements. We’re an energetic, fast paced business, you’ll join a close team who are all about enabling one another to succeed. The opportunities for connection and growth span nationally across Australia and into NZ.

About the role and you

As Event Manager, you will lead the planning, delivery and ongoing management of a portfolio of client events, ensuring exceptional experiences for clients, guests and stakeholders. Working within Ballpark and the wider Sports Entertainment Network, you will oversee events from concept through to execution, managing budgets, timelines, suppliers and client relationships while identifying opportunities to enhance service delivery and commercial outcomes.

This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys balancing strategic thinking with operational execution.

The main duties include:

• Manage end-to-end event delivery, including planning, execution and post-event evaluation.
• Lead multiple event projects simultaneously, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to a high standard.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as the primary point of contact throughout the event lifecycle.
• Develop event strategies and creative concepts that align with client objectives and deliver measurable outcomes.
• Coordinate suppliers, venues, contractors and event staff to ensure seamless event execution.
• Manage event budgets, client fees and billing schedules to ensure commercial objectives are achieved.
• Oversee invoicing, debtor management and monthly financial reconciliations.
• Monitor project profitability, resource allocation and client servicing levels.
• Prepare client reports, event summaries and performance insights, including ROI reporting where required.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying efficiencies and innovative ways to enhance the client and guest experience.
• Contribute to quarterly planning and broader business initiatives across the Events team.
• Ensure all events are delivered safely and in accordance with company policies and procedures.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Demonstrated experience managing events from concept to delivery.
• Strong project management and organisational skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Experience managing budgets, invoicing and financial reporting.
• Exceptional client relationship and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong commercial acumen and a focus on delivering profitable outcomes.
• Ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• A proactive, hands‑on approach with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and solutions‑focused in a fast‑paced event environment.

Sports Entertainment Network is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals and encourages applications from a diverse range of candidates, including people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.