Business Event and Conference Attraction Partner

Working at AlburyCity is not just a job, you are connected to something much bigger.

Every position, every person, every department is here for our community and to make a difference to where we work, live and play. We are here to learn, to grown, to achieve and to create genuine connections within our community.

The Position
The Business Event and Conference Attraction Partner drives regional economic growth by bidding for and securing high-yield business events, corporate meetings, and associated conferences, and contributes to the ongoing success of Albury Wodonga's major conference and event venues. Working within the local council's tourism and economic development unit, this role positions the region as a premier business events destination through strategic marketing and collaborative industry partnerships.

Tasks and responsibilities 

• Proactively generate, qualify and convert sales leads into confirmed business event bookings that deliver economic benefit to the region's venues, accommodation providers and visitor economy businesses.
• Bid Management: Research, write, and present competitive destination bids to secure regional and national conferences
• Develop and implement annual business events attraction and sales plans aligned with destination objectives. Monitor, analyse and report on lead generation, sales activity, conversion rates, delegate numbers, room nights and estimated economic impact against agreed KPIs.
• Represent Albury Wodonga at industry trade shows, exhibitions, networking events, and business event industry forums to promote the destination and generate new leads. 
• Build, maintain and leverage a strong network of conference organisers, professional conference organisers (PCOs), event planners, association executives, corporate decision makers and government stakeholders to drive future business opportunities.

• Tertiary qualification in Business, Marketing, Tourism, Events and/or Public Relations or other related fields or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated experience in business development, account management, conference attraction, events, tourism or a related field.
• Proven ability to identify, develop and convert leads into successful business outcomes
• Demonstrated organisational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Highly developed networking, negotiation and influencing skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare professional reports, presentations and correspondence.
• Class C Drivers Licence - Must maintain a valid driver's licence while employed.

Hours
Based on a 35 hour week, with actual days and times being Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm, with an RDO in accordance with AlburyCity’s RDO guidelines. 

Benefits
Live and work in a culture-rich location minutes from the Murray River, just a short drive to one of Victoria’s best wine regions and with the ski fields so close you will be zooming down the mountains in under two hours.  
 
Our conditions of employment support equal opportunities and an ethical, diverse, and inclusive workplace. We also recognise and value your priorities beyond work. It’s important to us that you have a sustainable work-life balance, so we offer flexible working arrangements, a nine-day fortnight for full-time staff, and a range of leave options and support programs.

We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and supported. We encourage applications from all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ communities, and people of all ages and identities.

AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation by creating cultures, adopting strategies and taking action to empower children. We work hard to keep them safe from harm because child safety is everyone’s responsibility.

This role closes on 14 September 2026. Should you require any further information for this role please email Suzy Watson on ••••@alburycity.nsw.gov.au or 02 •••• •716.