About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Events Manager to take ownership of the end-to-end delivery of high-impact corporate events.
* Deliver the annual event series across Australia, ensuring all programs align with strategic objectives.
* Partner with key stakeholders to define goals, priorities, and expected outcomes for each event.
* Lead event planning, briefing, and debriefing sessions, including the preparation, distribution, and management of event documentation, agendas, action items, and post-event reports.
* Coordinate the seamless execution of in-person and virtual events, managing logistics, administration, evaluations, and analytics from start to finish.
* Maintain comprehensive records of accepted abstracts and gather feedback from both audiences and speakers.
Responsibilities:
* Prepare detailed briefs for the creation of event assets in collaboration with relevant experts.
* Oversee the production of event-related materials, including staging items (e.g., booth designs and slide decks), documentation, promotional mail-outs, communication with stakeholders (delegates, sponsors, staff, speakers), and website updates.
* Manage and update event budgets, workplans, registration records, and purchase requisitions to ensure accurate tracking and reporting.
* Provide administrative support for sponsorship acquisition, including the creation and execution of agreements, as well as ensuring all entitlements are delivered as agreed.
About You
We are looking for a dynamic and strategic Events Manager who is passionate about creating memorable onsite and virtual delegate experiences that reflect and enhance our market-leading brand.
Requirements:
* A minimum of 5 years' experience delivering both large- and small-scale corporate events within fast-paced and innovative environments.
* Tertiary qualifications or equivalent proven experience in events management or a related discipline.
* Exceptional organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
* Practical experience in measuring marketing campaign ROI to demonstrate event success and alignment with business goals.
* Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously and deliver outstanding results under tight deadlines.
* Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with vendors, suppliers, speakers, and entertainers.
* Proficiency in managing workflows for third-party platforms, including registration systems and engagement tools like Slido.
* Expertise in using technology-driven event tools, such as conference apps, websites, and webinar software.
* Previous experience in the Software or Technology industry is highly desirable.
* Must hold permanent, full-time working rights in Australia.
* A professional attitude and behaviours that align with Esri Australia's core values.