Conference & Events Coordinator

The Mercure Townsville is a leading corporate and leisure conference, weddings, and events venue in the North Queensland region.  Comprised of 7 fully functional board rooms and ball rooms as well as an enclosed deck, ample lawns, and outside function space. Our goal is to consistently provide innovative, high-quality products to hotel customers and it is our talented and dedicated employees who contribute to our success, hence why we are focused on motivating & retaining talented employees.

The Mercure Townsville is on the hunt for a creative and energetic administration expert to support our Sales team. Your strong administration skills and precise eye to detail will ensure the smooth running of our Conference and Events department.

• Assist in the maintenance of our conference database of key contacts/clients
• Assist in the preparation and follow up of conference proposals 
• Actively listen to clients and understand their needs
• Assist with the formulation of quotations for conference proposals covering venue, function, menu and accommodation costs
• Coordination and production of conference collateral material
• Collaborate with multiple hotel departments for each events’ success

• Superior time management and organisational skills, including ability to work under pressure with competing deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail and methodical organisational skills 
• Initiative to seek solutions strategically where problems exist
• Service driven 
• A creative flair to assist with design of conference collateral
• Working knowledge Opera computer system (desirable)
• Sound computer skills in the Microsoft Computer Suite

Due to the permanent nature of this position, we are only considering candidates who possess long-term work rights in Australia. Applicants should be eligible to commit to a continuous, long-term work arrangement without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the near future.

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In return for your commitment, we offer fantastic career opportunities and excellent working conditions with a supportive and fun team. In addition, we will provide you with hotel and partner discounts worldwide, yearly service recognition rewards, free and confidential employee assistance program, and industry-leading training with Accor Academy.