Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is part of EVT, and being a part of EVT means believing in changing the game. Why? Because no one wants ordinary. If you're seeking to be part of the kind of wow-factor moments you can help shape, then you've come to the right place. About EVT: As market-leading experience creators, we bring to life some of the best-known brands and properties in entertainment, ventures, and travel. Our portfolio includes over 140 entertainment experiences like Event Cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas, 150 award-winning restaurants and bars, and 80 hotels, including QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo, Independent Collection by EVT and Thredbo. Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few. About the Role: The Conference & Events Sales Executive supports the Sales Manager in delivering sales activities that meet guest needs and achieve C&E revenue targets. The role focuses on managing enquiries, driving business, coordinating event requirements, and working closely with internal departments to ensure seamless event execution. Key Responsibilities: • Manage and coordinate conference and event sales across meetings, conferences, banquets, social events, and weddings. • Handle enquiries, book appointments, support lead generation, and complete follow‑ups. • Conduct proactive and reactive sales activity to meet C&E budgets. • Deliver hotel site inspections for clients and partners. • Upsell products and services to maximise revenue. • Maintain accurate data and bookings in iVvy and manage the conference database. • Prepare regular sales reports and communicate room block requirements with Reservations. • Respond to all enquiries within 24 hours and maintain strong client relationships. • Collaborate with internal departments to enhance guest experience and drive repeat business. • Track lost business reasons and escalate insights to management. • Support local and national C&E campaigns and assist with additional sales duties as required.Skills & Experience: • Previous experience in a similar Conference & Events or Sales role. • Strong relationship‑building and business development skills. • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities. • Ability to plan, pitch, and close sales effectively. • High attention to detail and strong organisational skills. • Ability to work collaboratively across departments.Benefits & Perks : • Incredible team member discounts from your first day on-the-job. • 50% off stays at EVT hotels – Rydges, QT, Atura, Lylo and more. • $2 movie tickets, plus Moonlight, Gold Class, Candy Bar discounts and more. • Awesome winter and summer savings and discounts at Thredbo. • Rapid career growth opportunities through our EVT network. • Local community involvement, volunteering and charitable giving. • Australia and NZ’s largest and most diverse experiences company.Join Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns and become an EVT experience creator, opportunity taker, the ultimate Daymaker. Join and make a positive impact on our people, communities, and environment every day. When you click apply you will be directed through to our Job Ad listed on Dayforce which is the platform in place to track all of our applicants when applying for roles with the EVT group. You will be asked to enter in your information and answer some screening questions when applying.
