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Event Manager (Fixed-Term Contract)


Company : Octagon APAC


Location : Sydney, New South Wales


Created : 2025-07-09


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for the Event Manager (Fixed-Term Contract) role at Octagon APAC12 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Event Manager (Fixed-Term Contract) role at Octagon APACGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.FIXED TERM CONTRACT AUGUST 2025 FEBRUARY 2026, SYDNEY BASEDOctagon is a creative agency at the intersection of sport, entertainment, and culture.We believe in earning attention not buying it. Through powerful partnerships and generous ideas, we help brands and rights holders create stories and experiences that fans and audiences love, share, and play with.Our work spans everything from major event activations to creative campaigns, commercial strategy and brand partnerships. Some of the projects were proud of include:Mastercard The Sonic Trophy (x FWWC23 Not Done Yet (x Brisbane Festival Partnership Management (the Role:Were 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 were looking for:A team player who is solutions focused with a keen attention to detail. Were looking for someone with strong communication skills and the ability to speak to partners, suppliers, stakeholders and clients confidently.Were after someone who:Has 4-5+ years work experience in sports eventsHas a solution-focused attitude and is keen to make things happenThrives working with suppliers across multiple workstreams working to tight deadlinesIs proficient in creating and presenting decks in PowerPoint & strong Microsoft skill setIs passionate about sport and entertainment, ideally with strong knowledge of Australian sportsHas worked with VIP clients on travel and accommodation requirementsHas experience in managing and maintaining budgetsHas experience in event set-up and managing multiple stakeholders on-siteHas exceptional organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyA strong eye for & attention to detailWhat youll do:Support all aspects of client and project management, including status calls, agendas, status tracker and contact reportsSet up and manage critical paths, budget trackers and operation manualsAssist in the development of briefing presentations for clients and suppliersBrief our creative team on design concepts to support client workCreate and foster relationships with internal and external partners as well as outside vendors, production houses and talent managersManage Event Safety Management Plans, Risk Assessments and supplier information required for legal documentationBrief and manage event team including building run sheetsWork into project timelines, budgets, briefs and project statuses across multiple workstreamsAbility to travel interstate for site visits and event periodsOnboard and facilitate the payment of suppliersLead on comprehensive post-event wrap reports detailing deliverables, learnings and recommendations for future eventsWhy Join Us?Youll get to work on bold, culturally relevant projects with an agency that cares about ideas, clients, and people equally. We believe in supporting each other, backing our people, and creating work were proud of.We offer:A flexible hybrid work environmentA social, collaborative team cultureThe chance to work with globally recognised brands and rights holdersOpportunities to grow your career within a global agency networkOctagon is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of gender, gender identity or expression, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability or age. 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