Sales and Events Officer

Responsibilities

• Manage the inbound venue hire sales cycle, including enquiries, proposals, and contract management.
• Coordinate the seamless delivery of events through client liaison, site inspections, and logistics planning.
• Develop and monitor financial processes, including accurate invoicing, payment tracking, and revenue reporting.
• Maintain precise records of bookings and client data using the Elite event and space management system.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure operational efficiency and compliance.
• Support marketing and business development through networking, tradeshows, and updating client-facing materials.

Requirements

• Demonstrated sales experience in events, venue hire, or GLAM (Galleries, Libraries, Archives, and Museums) organisations.
• Proven ability to plan and deliver events within complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
• Experience managing financial administration, including invoicing and payment reconciliation.
• Proficiency with CRM or event management systems.
• Strong organisational and time management skills to handle competing deadlines.
• Ability to hold a valid Working with Children Check (the University will provide guidance and reimbursement if successful).

Benefits

• Competitive salary with 17% superannuation.
• Flexible work arrangements and progressive leave provisions (including parental, gender affirmation, and cultural leave).
• Salary packaging and access to various discounted services.
• Professional development opportunities and access to learning platforms like LinkedIn Learning.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing programs, including an Employee Assistance Program.

About the Company

The University of Melbourne is a leading institution dedicated to benefiting society through transformative education and research. The Museums and Collections department brings together prestigious venues such as Buxton Contemporary, Science Gallery Melbourne, and the Ian Potter Museum of Art to create vibrant, commercially sustainable cultural programs.