Conference & Events Coordinator

At Accor, hospitality is a work of heart. We value passion, integrity, and inclusion, creating a workplace where every team member can thrive. With over 4,000 hotels in 90+ countries, Accor offers endless opportunities to grow your career across a wide range of globally loved brands.

Join us at Accor, where life pulses with passion!

The position is based in Accor's flagship Canberra hotel, Novotel Canberra, conveniently based in the city centre opposite the light rail. We are a 286-room hotel with 8 conferencing and event facilities hosting all events from Corporate groups to sports teams.

We’re on the lookout for a proactive and detail-oriented Conference & Events Coordinator to join our dynamic team at Novotel Canberra! In this role, you’ll be the key contact for our conference clients, ensuring every event is executed seamlessly from initial enquiry through to post-event follow-up.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Coordinate conferences and events from proposal to post-event review
• Prepare proposals and quotations for venue, catering, and accommodation
• Liaise with clients to ensure event needs are met with excellence
• Organise site inspections and produce event collateral
• Support food & beverage service and maintain conference areas
• Collaborate across departments to ensure smooth event delivery
• Manage billing and budgets, and assist with inventory control

• Experience coordinating conferences or events, ideally in hospitality
• Strong organisational and client service skills
• Ability to prepare proposals, quotes, and manage event logistics
• Familiarity with budgeting, billing, and inventory processes
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and a team player
• Relevant qualifications in Hospitality or Event Management (a plus)
• Flexibility to work varied hours, including evenings and weekends when needed

In return for your commitment, we offer:

• Enjoy discounted Heartist® rates across our global network of properties, food and beverage venues, and wellness centers.
• Grow and travel with your career globally
• Continuous learning and investment into your capability, including access to Accor Academy training programs.