Event Coordinator

ROLE DETAILS • Salary: $90,000 - $100,000 • Location: Sydney CBD • Full-time permanent role • Hybrid working • Immediate start available ABOUT THE COMPANY Join a well-respected membership organisation that connects senior business leaders, government and industry through influential events and strategic networking opportunities. With a reputation for delivering premium experiences and fostering meaningful relationships, this organisation provides a collaborative, fast-paced environment where your work will have genuine visibility and impact across a high-profile stakeholder community. ABOUT THE ROLE This is a senior, hands-on events role where you'll take ownership of an exciting portfolio of corporate events from planning through to flawless execution. Alongside delivering business luncheons, networking events and leadership programs, you'll lead the coordination of a prestigious annual Gala, working closely with senior executives and external partners at government level. Ideal for someone who thrives on autonomy, enjoys building stakeholder relationships and loves bringing exceptional events to life. DUTIES • Manage end-to-end delivery of a diverse portfolio of corporate events • Develop event timelines, project plans and detailed run sheets • Coordinate venues, suppliers and external event partners • Manage registrations, attendee communications and CRM records • Prepare presentations, name badges and event collateral • Deliver seamless onsite event coordination and guest experiences • Oversee event budgets, financial reconciliation and reporting • Build strong relationships with sponsors, speakers and key stakeholders • Support email marketing campaigns and social media promotion • Conduct post-event analysis and identify continuous improvement opportunities SKILLS & EXPERIENCE • Proven experience delivering end-to-end corporate events, conferences or large-scale functions • Strong project management and organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail • Experience managing budgets, invoicing and financial reconciliation • Confidence using CRM systems and event management platforms • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills • Ability to manage multiple priorities while working autonomously • Experience within a membership organisation or association will be highly regarded • Knowledge of digital marketing and social media is advantageous BENEFITS • Opportunity to lead prestigious, high-profile corporate events • Work closely with senior executives and influential stakeholders • Autonomy to own and deliver a diverse events portfolio • Collaborative and supportive team environment • Excellent exposure within a respected national organisation • Career development and professional growth opportunities OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS At Lotus People, we are committed to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and will ensure a fair and equitable recruitment process. Every application we receive is reviewed by a real person, never by AI. If your experience aligns with the requirements of the role, a consultant will be in touch within 2–3 business days for an initial phone screen. Shortlisted candidates will then proceed to a virtual interview with the consultant managing the role. Due to the volume of applications and the specific nature of our briefs, we are unable to take phone enquiries about roles before an application is submitted. We ask that all interested candidates please apply online and wait to hear from us. Rest assured, we respond to every applicant, regardless of the outcome, so you will not be left wondering. Lotus People are proud to have been awarded Best Agency for Candidate Experience for five consecutive years. We look forward to providing you with a positive and respectful experience.