Event Manager

If you’re an experienced Event Manager looking to step into a supportive, people-focused environment while delivering high-impact events, you’ll love being part of The Event Gap. We’re known for delivering events that run smoothly, feel well-organised and are executed with care and we take just as much care with our team as we do with our clients. You’ll join a group that values kindness, clarity and collaboration, where your expertise is trusted and your ideas are genuinely welcomed. With 2026 shaping up to be one of our biggest years yet, we’re looking for someone who can confidently hit the ground running. About Us The Event Gap works with leading organisations across the energy, medical research, retail and professional services sectors. We pride ourselves on clear communication, meaningful client relationships and delivering exceptional event experiences from start to finish. Our Team Culture Our team moves at a fast pace, but always with calm, care and intention. We support one another, communicate openly and think ahead to ensure our clients feel confident and looked after. We value people who take pride in detail, stay curious and remain solutions-focused even on the busiest days. About the Role We’re seeking an experienced Event Manager with a minimum of 3 years’ end-to-end event management experience, ideally within a Professional Conference Organiser (PCO) environment. You will lead the delivery of multiple events at once, managing your own portfolio with confidence while working closely with our the wider team. With a full calendar ahead, this role requires someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, is highly organised and can juggle competing deadlines without compromising quality. Key Responsibilities Manage end-to-end delivery of multiple conferences, exhibitions and gala dinners Lead client relationships with warmth, clarity and professionalism Oversee budgets, timelines and event plans to ensure accuracy and accountability Manage suppliers, venues and contractors, including negotiation and approvals Oversee registration management, delegate experience and onsite logistics Prepare and lead client meeting agendas, minutes and action tracking Work alongside the team to develop event communications, marketing and eDMs Lead onsite delivery across Australia (and occasional international travel) Mentor and support Event Coordinators and junior team members Manage post-event reporting, wrap-ups and reconciliation Consistently deliver a calm, solutions-focused and positive presence About You Minimum 3 years’ experience as an Event Manager, ideally within a PCO Experience delivering conferences and medium-scale events end-to-end Confident juggling multiple complex events simultaneously Strong communicator with excellent client-facing skills Highly organised with strong attention to detail Calm under pressure and proactive in solving problems before they arise Comfortable leading onsite operations and making decisions independently Collaborative, kind, professional and takes pride in high-quality work Experience with EventsAir or similar platform is required Able to travel and work onsite as required How to Apply Please click ‘Apply’ and upload your CV along with a brief cover letter outlining your event management experience. We will review applications as they come through. Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad . #J-18808-Ljbffr