Events Specialist

Food and Wine; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Parental leave

Carer support

Job summary

Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) NSW is seeking an Events Specialist to deliver engaging events and experiences for our members. You will plan and execute face-to-face, virtual, and hybrid events, develop marketing materials, and foster strong stakeholder relationships in NSW.

You will coordinate regional social media activities, manage event facilities, respond to member inquiries, and monitor event budgets using Salesforce.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in corporate, hospitality, or membership settings.
• Expertise in event planning, logistics, stakeholder engagement, venue management, vendor management, and communications.
• Experience and confidence in delivering face-to-face, virtual and hybrid events.
• Proven relationship management skills with internal/external stakeholders, partners and sponsors.
• Excellent problem-solving, organisation, and time management.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Proficiency with CRMs, email marketing platforms, and social media.
• Adaptability and agility in a transforming environment.

Responsibilities

• Planning and executing face-to-face, virtual, and hybrid events.
• Developing marketing materials and campaigns.
• Cultivating relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinating regional social media activities and member communications.
• Supporting coordination of event facilities for bookings.
• Responding to member inquiries and creating engagement opportunities.
• Managing event budgets and ensuring cost-effective delivery.
• Utilising Salesforce case management, reporting, and monitoring.

Skills

Event planning

Stakeholder engagement

Vendor management

CRM

Social media

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Teamwork

Adaptability

Tools

Salesforce

CRM tools

Job description

Job Description

Join our team as an Events Specialist responsible for delivering engaging events and experiences to our members in NSW. This role plays a vital part in promoting the CA brand and enhancing member engagement. Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and executing various face-to-face, virtual, and hybrid events.
• Developing marketing materials and campaigns.
• Cultivating strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinating regional social media activities and member communications.
• Supporting the coordination of event facilities for member and external client bookings
• Responding to member inquiries and creating opportunities for proactive member interactions and engagement.
• Managing event budgets, monitoring financial protocols, and ensuring cost-effective delivery of all events.
• Utilising Salesforce case management, reporting, and monitoring.

About the Employer

Come and join a vibrant, collaborative, and supportive team in Sydney who strive to make a difference by supporting and engaging with our NSW members., Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) represent more than 140,000 financial professionals, supporting them to make a difference in the communities in which they work and live. We are committed to advancing the profession through high ethical standards, delivering world class services and education, and advocating for the public good. Guided by our purpose and values, we aspire to be a magnet for diverse talent, equip our members for success, and lead the way in sustainability, innovation, and trust in business and finance.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

At CA ANZ, we're committed to fostering a workplace that reflects our values of collaboration, integrity, diversity and accountability. As part of our ambition to attract diverse talent and build an adaptive, member-centric organisation, we're proud to be certified as both a Great Place to Work and Family Inclusive Workplace reflecting the genuine experiences of our people.

We actively support your work-life wellbeing through leading policies and practices, including flexible work arrangements, parental leave and carer support-helping you thrive both at work and at home.

In addition, you'll enjoy:

• Opportunities to grow your career through inspiring learning and development pathways
• A culture that values your voice and empowers you to make an impact in your community and profession
• Enjoy the end of year break with 2 additional paid leave days (subject to annual approval)
• Work for a certified Great Place to Work (global recognition based on anonymous feedback from our people)
• Grow your skills and future with unlimited access to LinkedIn learning

About the Candidate

We're looking for a dynamic, results-driven Events Specialist who thrives in a changing environment. You should be a self-starter with strong communication skills and a 'can-do' attitude. To qualify for this role, you should have:

• Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in corporate, hospitality, or membership settings.
• Expertise in event planning, logistics, stakeholder engagement, venue management, vendor management, and communications.
• Experience and confidence in delivering face-to-face, virtual and hybrid events.
• Proven relationship management skills with both internal and external stakeholders and business partners and event sponsors.
• Exceptional problem-solving, organisation, and time management abilities.
• The capability to work both independently and in a collaborative team.
• Proficiency in computer skills, including CRMs, email marketing platforms, and social media.
• Adaptability and agility in a transforming environment.

Work Environment

• Permanent
• Part time
• NEW
• Seeking an all-rounder who can support events, venue management and member services
• Be part of a workplace our people genuinely rate as a Great Place to Work
• Max-term contract (until Feb 2027), full-time, Sydney CBD, Hybrid (must be in office 3 days p/w)