Description:
ICC Sydney is Australia’s premier convention, exhibition and entertainment precinct. Featuring a striking contemporary design, state-of-the-art technology and leading facilities, the world class venue provides the ultimate in quality, choice and flexibility for collaboration and innovation. Managed by ASM Global, every event at ICC Sydney is supported by globally experienced professionals.
About the Role:
We are looking for a dynamic Business Development Coordinator to provide high quality comprehensive administrative support to the Business Development team to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the department.
General Responsibilities:
- Receive and field enquiry calls and emails
- Action all Business Development - International & Exhibitions related requests in conjunction with Senior Manager, Business Development (SMBD) & Business Development Managers (BDM)
- Develop and maintain strong knowledge of ICC Sydney products and services and a solid understanding of venue operations
- Be well informed of BD related policies and procedures and application of same
- Develop understanding and knowledge of key customer base
- Preparation and follow up of conference and exhibition proposals, room schedules and hiring agreements in conjunction with SBDM and BDMs
- Check availability and placing/amending tenancies as instructed by SBDM and BDMs
- Preparation of relevant team and sector reports as required
- Coordinate internal/external meetings, preparation of meeting agendas and taking of minutes as and when required
- Assist in the management and maintenance of the database
- Coordinate and host familiarisations/site inspections
- Travel management and itinerary planning
- Process of expense claim forms
Required Skills & Experience:
- Qualifications in business, event management or sales/marketing
- Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in the business events industry
- Working knowledge of MS Office suite including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Knowledge of Ungerboeck (ideal)
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise work
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills