Conference & Events Manager (10 month contract) | InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort

As part of the world’s largest family of luxury hotels, we take immense pride in being true ambassadors of the InterContinental® brand. Step into a world of luxury and unforgettable experiences at InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort, where timeless elegance meets world-class service. Nestled in the heart of Sanctuary Cove, our resort is renowned for delivering seamless events – from intimate executive meetings to spectacular weddings and large-scale conferences. We’re looking for an experienced and passionate Conference & Events Manager on a fixed term 10 month contract to join our team and lead the way in creating memorable moments for our guests and clients. Your day to day Reporting to the Director of Sales & Marketing, you will lead the Event Planning and Weddings teams, as well as coordinate operational plans to meet hotel sales targets. You will review client feedback and continually assess product offerings to elevate the guest experience. This is a pivotal role within our resort, ensuring that exceptional guest service is at the heart of everything we do.

• Lead and inspire the Conference, Events, and Weddings teams to deliver flawless, world-class experiences.
• Work closely with clients to understand their vision and bring it to life.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure smooth event execution.
• Drive sales and revenue growth through innovative event solutions.
• Review guest feedback and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in managing conferences, events, or weddings in a luxury hospitality environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team.
• Excellent organisational, negotiation, and communication skills.
• A guest-first mindset and passion for delivering unforgettable experiences.
• Flexibility to adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

What We Offer Step into our extraordinary world—where you’re encouraged to be yourself, share your ideas, and thrive as part of a supportive, inspiring team. At InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort, we celebrate individuality while nurturing personal and professional growth. Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Paid birthday leave to celebrate your special day
• Global accommodation and dining discounts at IHG Hotels & Resorts
• Enhanced parental leave to support your growing family
• Lifelong learning and development programs to support your career journey
• Career milestone celebrations to recognise your achievements
• Transferable entitlements as you grow your career across IHG
• Access to exclusive retail discounts through our perks platform

We are proud to be IHG, and we know you will be too. Visit http://careers.ihg.com/ to find out more about us. To find out more about InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort, visit - https://www.sanctuarycove.intercontinental.com Follow us on Instagram and Facebook - @intercontinentalsanctuarycove Follow us on LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/company/intercontinental-sanctuary-cove-resort/ Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.