The Australian Venue Co. family are looking for a motivated and adaptable Function Coordinator to join our team at Hotel Esplanade to work across our dedicated event spaces. Modern-function facilities and gorgeous waterfront views make these event spaces perfect for any function year-round.

Reporting to the Venue Manager, the successful applicant will be skilled at building and maintaining stakeholder relationships, with an innovative and solutions-focused approach to delivering the highest quality events. 

This unique role allows the successful candidate to work Monday to Friday in an administrative position. 

So, why choose us? 

• Competitive Salary $70,000 - $75,000 + Plus Super
• Career development and progression programs
• Work-life balance Monday to Friday 
• Permanent full-time salaried position
• Complimentary meals
• Accredited training and advancement programs

What we're looking for:

• Experience in a similar function/events-based role is essential.
• Well-versed in social media use in the context of marketing and the ability to assist in driving social media and digital marketing
• Experience with relevant software applications (Adobe Photoshop, Word, Excel, Content Management Systems)
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• Ability to upsell and promote the business
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team
• Achievement and results-driven.
• High standard of personal presentation and attention to detail
• Flexibility and adaptability in your approach to client satisfaction

We value the diversity of our employees' experiences, talents, and cultures. Our talent strategy includes embracing diversity and fostering inclusion. Our capacity to unlock potential and improve our success depends on our ability to build a diverse, inclusive workforce.

Work type: Salaried
Location: Melbourne
Categories: Venue Management

What the role involves:

• Responding promptly and adequately to all event enquiries
• Preparing quotations, proposals, event orders and booking agreements
• Developing and maintaining relationships with relevant stakeholders
• Active promotion of venue function facilities
• Liaison with clients in the lead-up to functions, ensuring client satisfaction
• Assisting in the implementation of marketing and event strategies to maximize functions and events sales revenue
• Helping to promote function and event spaces through site visits, events, phone and written communication