Title: Business Development Executive

Tātaki Auckland Unlimited (TAU) is Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland’s cultural, events and destination agency. It is an Auckland Council-controlled organisation that works to make Auckland a vibrant place to live and visit, through events, experiences and taonga (treasures).

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Our Conventions Sales team are currently seeking a motivated and dynamic individual to join our team as a Business Development Executive for a permanent part-time opportunity!

He kōrero mōu: About you

Our ideal applicant possesses excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a high attention to detail with at least 3 years of experience working in a sales or similar role, preferably in the MICE/Events/Hotel/Tourism Industry (preferred but not essential).

• We are looking for someone with a strong customer service ethic and a deep sense of personal ownership and responsibility.
• As a self-motivated individual, you will thrive in managing multiple projects and tasks independently.
• Recognising the significance of following a sales cycle through to completion, you will take proactive measures to keep customers informed, provide exceptional customer care, and create a positive experience.
• Your dedication to delivering a well-rounded experience for both new and existing customers will be consistent and unwavering

Being able to work efficiently is important in this role, so our ideal applicant will come equipped with proficiency in using the latest versions of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and feel comfortable utilising technology as needed to help you deliver in this role.

Responsibilities include:

• Respond to incoming sales enquiries from the Auckland Conventions website, email address, and main reception phone line.
• Identify and develop new relationships with prospective customers in a proactive manner
• Maintain relationships with existing clients and respond to enquiries received directly from them
• Collaborate with support staff to deliver sales proposals, site inspections, quotes, and contracts in a timely manner
• Ensure timely follow-up of event opportunities leading to conversion to contract
• Conduct site visits with clients for incoming enquiries as and when required
• Provide clients with relevant venue-related requirements
• Ensure accurate and timely handover of confirmed events to Event Coordinator and Technical Coordinator

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Band F
Applications Close 1 September 2025

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

• A collaborative and dynamic work environment within the vibrant events industry
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the success of events at Auckland Live

If you have a genuine desire to be part of the journey in creating a wonderful experience and positive outcome for Auckland, then please apply now by submitting your CV and cover letter expressing your interest.

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Tātaki Auckland Unlimited is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.