Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments
Set on Geelong’s iconic waterfront, Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments offers a refined coastal escape where contemporary design meets relaxed luxury. Following the successful launch of Stage One in October 2025, the property continues to evolve, introducing enhanced accommodation, dining, conferencing, and guest facilities that elevate the Bayside experience.
Bayside Geelong offers 110 thoughtfully designed guest rooms, including self-contained one- and two-bedroom apartments, studio apartments, superior rooms, and an industry-leading selection of accessible rooms. Guests can enjoy an elevated experience with access to 5 state-of-the-art conference and event spaces, Franca’s restaurant, an indoor pool, sauna, and fully equipped fitness centre.
As part of our next chapter, we are seeking an experienced and driven Conference & Events Sales Manager to lead and grow our Conference and Events portfolio.
Role commencement: February 2026
About the Role
Reporting to the Director of Sales & Marketing, the Conference & Events Sales Manager will be responsible for driving high-value conference and events business while overseeing the end-to-end delivery of exceptional event experiences.
This leadership role manages all aspects of the Conference & Events department—from converting enquiries into confirmed business, preparing tailored proposals and contracts, through to seamless event execution. The successful candidate will play a key role in positioning Bayside Geelong as a leading destination for conferences and events, setting new benchmarks for quality, service, and guest experience.
Key Selection Criteria
Qualifications
* Tertiary qualifications in Event Management, Business or Hospitality, or a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role
* Valid First Aid Certificate
* Valid Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA)
* Current driver’s licence
* Valid Police Clearance
* Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or Train the Trainer qualification (desirable)
* Proficiency in hotel and conference & event management systems, including CRM and client database management
Experience
* Minimum 2 years’ experience in a senior leadership role focused on conferencing and events within the hospitality sector (4-star or luxury hotel experience highly regarded)
* Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams
* Strong organisational capability with experience managing multiple events concurrently
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a talent for building long-term client relationships
Skills & Knowledge
* Demonstrated commitment to exceptional guest experiences
* Sound understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial management
* Strong negotiation and conversion skills
* Proven ability to maximise enquiry conversion through yield and sales strategies
* Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)