$75,000 + 12% Super

• Thrive in a dynamic and inspiring environment at NGV.
• Build your event sales, marketing, and planning expertise while growing your career.
• Be part of a socially and environmentally conscious team.

RA Venues - has an enviable track record, working with some of the most prestigious venues and corporations in the world. From grand gala events, corporate cocktail parties to intimate gatherings, we provide bespoke food solutions and exceptional dining experiences. Love events? Love people? This is your chance to combine them in a role where your work makes a difference. As our Sales & Events Planner, you’ll be the creative connector who brings unforgettable events to life at one of Melbourne’s most iconic venues, the National Gallery of Victoria. The Position

• Manage client relationships, event planning, and operational setup for successful functions
• Respond to sales inquiries within 48 hours and create event sales proposals
• Proactively seek out sales opportunities and conduct site inspections
• Develop detailed event orders and floor plans
• Manage deposit and final invoicing, ensuring timely payments
• Collaborate with operations and kitchen teams for seamless event delivery
• Maintain customer service excellence and follow up on client feedback

The Person

• A minimum of three years of experience in a function venue or a comparable setting
• Preferred experience in the catering or hospitality industry, though not mandatory
• A strong desire to be an active, collaborative team member
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in time management with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• A flexible mindset and positive attitude
• Committed to delivering warm, friendly, and welcoming service to customers and clients

The Benefits

• Multiple salary packaging options to make your dollar go further.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers.
• Access to 100+ retail discounts.
• Clear career paths and support to achieve your goals.
• We are an ecological and socially forward operation – committed to minimising food waste and single use plastic.

We are committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all. If you require adjustments or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, please reach out to us on either 1300TALENT or [email protected]

Our people’s unique backgrounds, experience, and abilities are at the heart of our vibrant workforce. We strive to create workplaces that reflect the diverse communities that we serve, where everyone feels empowered and valued. By building diverse teams means we are creating inclusive environments for all our people and those we connect with through our day-to-day operation. We welcome & encourage applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, gender expressions, gender identity and people with disability.