Attention all experienced, highly driven, customer and solution focused, event sales and business development superstars! We have an exciting new challenge, representing our reputable H3 Group venues here in the Mighty Waikato!
About H3
H3 is at the heart of Hamilton's events. H3 is part of Hamilton City Council, and we manage a range of iconic venues, including Claudelands, FMG Stadium Waikato, Hamilton Gardens, Seddon Park and The Grandstand. From live concerts and sports to lifestyle exhibitions, conferences, gala dinners and private functions, our high-performing H3 team secure and manage it all. This is your chance to be a part of a team that is committed to building and strongly contributing to a more vibrant, attractive and prosperous city! Events held across our suite of venues deliver significant ranging benefits to our city and region and are also enjoyed by proud Hamiltonians.
H3 has a great reputation in the events industry, with our trusted venues supported by a dynamic hard-working team and business partners.
The role
We are expanding our fantastic Business Development – Business Events team and are on a proactive hunt to recruit a Business Development Manager. This is a critical role with the key focus on assisting us in passionately boosting awareness, interest, showcasing our venues, and securing valuable new national business events (conferences, functions, meetings) predominantly for our Claudelands flagship venue.
What are we looking for?
We are seeking a dedicated, friendly professional who has a competitive edge, with at least 5 years experience in business event sales and relationship management, and ability to take on a high level of responsibility and accountability. You'll be familiar with and motivated by creating new business leads and building connections to secure new business.
You must be a team player, have a positive, determined and proactive attitude, and a close eye-to-detail. It would be an immense bonus if you have a well-established industry profile and wide-ranging connection network here nationally.
If you are outside Hamilton, we can offer a relocation allowance to support your move to this role, are open to discussing the hours of work, and even the potential of the right candidate not having to be based here in our city and region!
What is in it for you?
Working at H3 also offers a number of other benefits including:
As part of the wider Hamilton City Council team, you'll be improving the wellbeing of Hamiltonians alongside more than 1,100 roles in more than 30 business units across 20 sites.
A wide variety of discounted products and services are available to Council employees, including free medical insurance for staff.
It's not all work and no play! At H3 we place a strong emphasis on work/life balance, having fun and being flexible.
At H3 we live and breathe our guiding principles - Tight Team, Dedicated Hosts and Best in Business.
A great environment with supportive and inclusive team culture.
We're all about constantly investigating new and better ways of doing things – we thrive on continuous improvement.
We're committed to helping you be the best version of yourself and strongly focus on developing and supporting our staff.
Free on-site staff parking at our H3 locations in Hamilton.
As a council, we believe in creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and belongs. We value inclusiveness (Kotahitanga) – we respect and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents that everyone brings. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to positively influence the lives of the community so that Hamilton's full potential can be unlocked making it the best place to be. It is important to us that we support you throughout our selection process (interview and assessments). If you have any access needs during this process, let us know in advance so we can make sure these are met.
This role is being sourced directly. If/where Hamilton City Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek this support from our panel of selected agencies. Hamilton City Council will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other payments related to unsolicited contact.
Contact Us
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