Rydges Hobart 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 Sales Executive & Event Coordinator is responsible for driving conference and event revenue by managing the full sales cycle—from initial enquiry through to event execution. The role focuses on building strong client relationships, developing tailored proposals, coordinating event logistics, and ensuring seamless delivery in partnership with operations, kitchen, and venue leadership.
Success in this role relies on proactive communication, commercial awareness, and a commitment to delivering exceptional client experiences that align with the organisation's vision, purpose, and values.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage event enquiries, proposals, site inspections, and client relationships
* Drive proactive and reactive sales, identify new business opportunities, and meet revenue targets
* Coordinate all event logistics including run sheets, AV, suppliers, and handovers
* Lead event briefings with operations and kitchen to ensure seamless delivery
* Maintain accurate bookings, reports, invoicing, and iVvy data
* Conduct post‑event follow‑ups and gather client feedback
* Support marketing content, sales collateral updates, and brand‑aligned promotions
* Collaborate with all departments and participate in hotel duties as required
Skills & Experience
* Strong communication and client‑service skills
* Excellent organisation, planning, and time‑management
* Confident presenter with solid Microsoft Office proficiency
* Commercial awareness with ability to identify business opportunities
* Adaptable, proactive, and able to work effectively with diverse teams
* High attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality outcomes
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 Hobart 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'll be taken to our secure EVT careers portal (powered by Dayforce). This is our official system for managing applications across the EVT Group. You'll simply enter your details and answer a few quick screening questions so we can get to know you better.