About The Property:

The iconic Playford Hotel MGallery Collection brings together an eclectic mix of iconic South Australian experiences in one space and, in a sense, a taste of all that is on offer in the ‘quality of life’ capital.

The hotel was named after Sir Thomas Playford, South Australia’s longest serving premier and is built on the site of the original News Limited building. 

The Playford was originally built in 1998 and recently underwent a multi-million dollar refurbishment. We are now excited to have re-opened our stunning new-look hotel with 182 beautifully appointed rooms and suites as well as Luma Restaurant and Bar which was awarded a chef hat from GFG in March earlier this year. The Playford also boasts substantial conference and event spaces that can cater for functions of up to 450 people. There are seven available spaces that can be tailored to each clients specific requirements.

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Job Description:

Reporting to the Conference & Events Manager your primary tasks will be:

• Provide detailed conference and events proposals covering venue, function, menu and accommodation costs utilising various sales techniques to maximise revenue.
• Coordinate and host familiarisation and site inspection activity including follow-up.
• Drive sales to ensure conversion targets are achieved and monitor success on a monthly basis.
• Prepare and deliver event handover to Operations Teams and ensure accuracy of information and effectively communicate handover to clients.
• Ensure success in delivering customer events in order to ensure client satisfaction and repeat business.
• Maintain existing customer base to ensure their business is retained by building and developing relationships.
• Develop and implement a plan to follow up on prospective business.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Minimum 1 year experience within the Conference & Events sector with exposure to reactive and/or proactive sales.
• An understanding of the Hotels property management system an advantage along with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work occasional weekends as required by client or organisation.
• Confident and articulate communication, negotiation, relationship and networking skills.
• Time management skills with the ability to multitask
• Good interpersonal skills with ability to communicate with all levels of team members.
• Flexible and able to embrace and respond effectively to change.