Events & Professional Development Specialist

About the role

A national industry association representing organisations across Australia's financial and professional services sectors is recruiting an Events & Professional Development Specialist. Reporting to the Senior Manager, you will deliver a portfolio of conferences, networking events, executive roundtables and professional development programs, working with members, speakers, sponsors and senior stakeholders. The role is based in Sydney CBD and is advertised as full-time and permanent.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate conferences, networking events, executive roundtables and professional development programs
• Manage registrations, participant communications and database administration
• Coordinate venues, suppliers, catering, travel, audiovisual and logistics
• Liaise with speakers, sponsors, members and external stakeholders
• Support the delivery of professional development courses, workshops and masterclasses
• Work with the Marketing team on event promotion and member engagement
• Monitor registrations, event performance and participant feedback
• Assist with budget tracking, supplier management and sponsorship deliverables
• Maintain event and program calendars and contribute ideas for new programs

Required profile

• Experience coordinating professional, corporate, association or member-based events
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, customer service and communication skills
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach and confidence working across systems, databases and digital platforms
• Experience in financial services, associations, membership organisations or professional services is highly regarded

What we offer

• Salary of $100k-$110k plus superannuation
• Collaborative, high-performing team and exposure to senior industry leaders
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Supportive leadership team committed to mentoring

Applications are reviewed as they are received; interested candidates can contact the recruiter for a confidential discussion.