Sales & Marketing Coordinator

Cairns Jockey Club; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

KPI Bonus

Job summary

The Cairns Jockey Club is seeking a Sales & Marketing Coordinator to drive revenue through proactive sales initiatives, strategic marketing, sponsorship engagement, and event promotion across Far North Queensland. You will build strong relationships with corporate clients, sponsors, members, community groups, and event organisers while elevating the club's profile in the region.

The role blends sales and creative marketing with event planning, requiring a motivated professional who can deliver

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in sales, marketing, business development, events, hospitality, tourism, or related field.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and revenue growth.
• Strong written, verbal and presentation communication skills.
• Experience coordinating social media platforms and digital marketing campaigns.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong business relationships.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team; current Queensland Driver's Licence.
• Willingness to work weekends and race days when required.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business opportunities for race day hospitality, corporate events, conferences, weddings and private functions.
• Develop and maintain relationships with corporate clients, sponsors, members and industry partners.
• Identify sponsorship opportunities to increase commercial revenue.
• Conduct venue inspections, client presentations and on-the-ground function support.
• Prepare proposals, quotations and sponsorship packages.
• Meet or exceed sales targets and revenue objectives.
• Develop and implement marketing campaigns to promote race meetings and Club activities.
• Manage social media channels, website content and digital marketing campaigns.
• Assist in planning and execution of major race days and events, including the Ladbrokes Cairns Super Carnival.
• Build relationships with local businesses, tourism operators, and community groups.

Skills

Sales

Marketing

Business development

Events

Hospitality

Tourism

Relationship building

Microsoft Office

Social media management

Digital marketing

Communication

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Sales & Marketing Coordinator will play a key role in increasing revenue through proactive sales initiatives, strategic marketing campaigns, sponsorship engagement, event promotion, and stakeholder relationship management. The successful candidate will be responsible for building strong relationships with corporate clients, sponsors, members, community organisations, and event organisers while enhancing the profile of the Cairns Jockey Club across the region. This hands‑on position requires a highly motivated individual who combines strong sales skills with creative marketing expertise, an eye for events, and exceptional relationship‑building abilities.

Key responsibilities

• Generate new business opportunities for race day hospitality, corporate events, conferences, weddings, and private functions
• Develop and maintain relationships with existing corporate clients, sponsors, members, and industry partners
• Identify and pursue sponsorship opportunities to increase commercial revenue
• Conduct venue inspections, client presentations and on‑the‑ground function support
• Prepare professional proposals, quotations, and sponsorship packages
• Meet or exceed sales targets and revenue objectives
• Develop and implement marketing campaigns to promote race meetings, events, hospitality packages, and Club activities
• Manage social media channels, website content, and digital marketing campaigns
• Assist in the planning, promotion, and execution of major race days and events, including the Ladbrokes Cairns Super Carnival
• Build strong relationships with local businesses, tourism operators, industry associations, media representatives, and community groups

About you

• Minimum 3 years' experience in sales, marketing, business development, events, hospitality, tourism, or a related field
• Demonstrated success in achieving sales targets and generating revenue growth
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
• Experience coordinating social media platforms and digital marketing campaigns
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong business relationships
• Excellent organisational and time‑management skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Current Queensland Driver's Licence
• Flexible and willing to work weekends and race days when required

About us

• The Cairns Jockey Club is one of Far North Queensland's premier racing and events venues, hosting thoroughbred racing, corporate functions, weddings, community events, and the Ladbrokes Cairns Super Carnival.
• Competitive salary package of $80,000 per annum plus KPI Bonus
• Opportunity to work for one of Far North Queensland's most recognised racing and entertainment venues
• Diverse role spanning racing, hospitality, tourism, events, sponsorship, and community engagement
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Dynamic and supportive team environment
• Access to major racing and special events throughout the year