Event Manager (Fixed-Term Contract) at Octagon
Sydney NSW 2010, , Australia -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Oct, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Jul, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Good communication skills

Industry

Other Industry

Description

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

A team player who is solutions focused with a keen attention to detail. We’re looking for someone with strong communication skills and the ability to speak to partners, suppliers, stakeholders and clients confidently.

Responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We’re on the hunt for a Fixed Term (August 2025 – February 2026 inclusive) Event Manager to support on some of our key client relationships, with a specific focus on event logistics and planning.
The ideal candidate would be enthusiastic and dynamic, possessing a culture-driven mindset and the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously. They are expected to bring their unique skill set and solution focused thinking to the role, always eager to learn and committed to going the extra mile to achieve results.
This is a hands-on delivery role, working with our Event Director to problem solve and turn creative ideas into a reality. Your role will involve working on an integrated project across sport, culture and entertainment, supporting with event logistics on-site and in the lead up to the events.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

  • Support all aspects of client and project management, including status calls, agendas, status tracker and contact reports
  • Set up and manage critical paths, budget trackers and operation manuals
  • Assist in the development of briefing presentations for clients and suppliers
  • Brief our creative team on design concepts to support client work
  • Create and foster relationships with internal and external partners as well as outside vendors, production houses and talent managers
  • Manage Event Safety Management Plans, Risk Assessments and supplier information required for legal documentation
  • Brief and manage event team including building run sheets
  • Work into project timelines, budgets, briefs and project statuses across multiple workstreams
  • Ability to travel interstate for site visits and event periods
  • Onboard and facilitate the payment of suppliers
  • Lead on comprehensive post-event wrap reports detailing deliverables, learnings and recommendations for future events
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