Job Number 23203359 Job Category Sales & Marketing Location Brisbane Marriott Hotel, 515 Queen Street, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Schedule Full-Time Located Remotely? N Relocation? N Position Type Non-Management Be Brilliant with Brisbane Marriott: The Brisbane Marriott Hotel invites guests to experience inspired luxury in the heart of the city. The hotel's dedicated and professional associates take pride in the art of hosting and welcoming guests with genuine, warm and attentive service. With guest rooms boasting views of the city skyline, Brisbane River and the iconic Story Bridge, the hotel's riverside location is well-connected to business districts, the Brisbane River Boardwalk, Eagle Street Pier and Howard Smith Wharves - Brisbane's newest entertainment and dining precinct. The Role The Conference and Event Executive is responsible for liaising with clients to book all reactive sales, catering and group business in the hotel, with a view to minimising response times and increasing overall efficiency of the booking process. To actively manage client service by setting performance standards for guest service and ensuring that each event is handled professionally and in the clients and Hotel's best interest. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES - Provide timely, professional quotations on group, catering and sales business from all enquiries - Host client famils and attend networking events representing the hotel - Cross sell and upsell all hotel facilities and services and sister properties - Conduct efficient event planning through to conclusion, as required - Perform general office duties to support Sales & Marketing - Serve as the point of contact for clients KEY ATTRIBUTES - Previous experience in a similar role in a 5 star hotel environment - Excellent communication skills and a drive for hotel sales - Ability to develop relationships with clients, suppliers and other Associates within the hotel - High level of attention to detail, and time management - Positive demeanor, excellent personal presentation and takes initiative Benefits Marriott offers "Life. With the Works" a portfolio of benefits so you can experience greater freedom to redefine a work-life balance that meets your needs. With more leave, more benefits, and more perks. Including: - Flexible working - Parental leave, Birthday leave, Long service leave portability across all 30 Marriott Brands - Enhanced superannuation - Travel & stay benefits including eligibility into our Bonvoy loyalty program - Incentive, recognition, and wellbeing programs - Excellent career growth and learning opportunities Our Brand Marriott Hotels creates moments that empower guests to shine at their very brightest. Our enriching experiences, sophisticated spaces, and exceptional service are designed to clear the mind and spark new ways of thinking and being, which inspires even greater brilliance in our guests. Our Company Marriott International is the world's leading global hospitality company, with more brands, more hotels and more opportunities for associates to grow and succeed. With 8,000 properties, you'll find us in your neighborhood and in more than 130 countries across the globe. Learn about our 30 hotel brands at www.marriott.com/marriott-brands.mi. Find Your World. Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law. Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of "Wonderful Hospitality. Always." by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that's synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you. JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you're happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brand's namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you'll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That's The JW Treatment. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,? begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global? team, and become the best version of you.