Director of Sales — Cluster (Rydges Auckland / Rydges Formosa Golf Resort)

Director of Sales — Cluster (Rydges Auckland / Rydges Formosa Golf Resort) Reporting to the Hotel General Manager

About EVT

Rydges Auckland and Rydges Formosa Golf Resort are part of EVT, one of Australasia's market-leading experience creators offering careers that can take you wherever you want to go across entertainment, ventures, and travel. In a world of cookie cutter experiences, here at EVT we believe in changing the game. It's why we all call ourselves Daymakers — because each day is a chance to add the wow factor for our customers and continually grow in our own careers.

Proudly owned and operated in Australia and New Zealand, Rydges offers refreshingly local stays in city, regional and resort-style hotels. We're not just in the neighbourhood, we're part of it. Every hotel is designed for ease, connection and quality. From check-in to check-out, our local heroes bring a can-do attitude and "too easy" service. Whether it's for work or a well-earned break, our place feels like home with the charm of somewhere new. Join us to help make every moment memorable.

EVT has an endless range of roles and career paths to explore across over 140 entertainment experiences like Event Cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas, 150 award winning restaurants and bars, and 80+ hotels, including QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo, Independent Collection and Australia's most loved year round alpine resort, Thredbo. Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few. Once you're in, there's no limits on where your career could take you.

About the Role

This is a cluster Director of Sales role covering both Rydges Auckland and Rydges Formosa Golf Resort. Reporting to the Hotel General Manager, you'll be responsible for directing revenue performance and delivering the financial outcomes across both properties, providing your team with the coaching, development and direction needed to maximise performance. You'll develop and drive the sales strategy in line with EVT's strategic pillars, working in close collaboration with the General Manager and National Sales Team — with a strong client-focused approach and compelling communication at the core of everything you do.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, execute and oversee the hotels' sales strategy, growing market share and delivering commercial outcomes across rate and occupancy.

• Drive EVT's vertical selling solutions to grow existing accounts and cross-sell the broader EVT portfolio across all relevant segments.

• Provide clear guidance, direction and leadership to the hotel sales team, coaching and mentoring to build capability and maximise performance.

• Manage a portfolio of key accounts across corporate, conference and events segments, growing wallet share and deepening client relationships.

• Source new business through proactive account solicitation, site inspections and participation in industry events.

• Prepare and contribute to monthly sales reports, quarterly business reviews, the Annual Business Plan and Financial Budget.

• Maintain a strong understanding of the competitive landscape and market trends, sharing intelligence with the General Manager and sales team.

• Manage budgets and expenses in line with EVT policy, and ensure all sales activity is accurately recorded in the CRM.

What You'll Bring

• Demonstrated experience leading a team of hotel sales professionals, with accountability for driving revenue across corporate and Conference & Events segments.

• A minimum of three years' experience in a Senior Sales Manager role or equivalent, with annual revenues of at least $5 million and a track record of above-market commercial outcomes.

• Proven accountability for managing sales accounts of $1 million or above, with a demonstrated ability to grow wallet share and convert new and lapsed business.

• Strong commercial acumen, with demonstrated ability in strategic planning, goal-setting and executing a defined sales strategy in a hotel environment.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence to present compelling proposals and influence stakeholders.

• Proficiency in CRM systems and hotel sales reporting tools.

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Business, Hospitality or Marketing is desirable.

How You Work

• Chart the course — knows the growth levers and sets clear priorities.

• Obsess over customers — prioritise the guest experience end-to-end and act on feedback fast.

• Inclusive leader — values diverse perspectives; builds belonging.

• Ignite outcomes — mobilise the team, remove barriers and lead with energy.

Perks from Day One

As part of EVT, you unlock Elevate Perks from your first day. Parity for all levels — no ivory towers.

• 50% off dining and stays across EVT hotels – QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo and more.

• $2 movie tickets + discounts on Gold Class, Moonlight Cinema and Candy Bar.

• Seasonal perks at Thredbo.

• Rapid career growth across our hotel & entertainment network.

• Paid parental leave; community & volunteering opportunities.

Apply Now

Join Rydges Auckland and Rydges Formosa Golf Resort and become an EVT experience creator, opportunity taker, the ultimate Daymaker.

Join and make a positive impact on our people, communities, and environment every day.

Send your CV and a short cover letter. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and review applications as they come in — don't wait! We can't wait to see the places your career will go with EVT.

When you click apply, you'll be taken to our secure EVT careers portal (powered by Dayforce). This is our official system for managing applications across the EVT Group. You'll simply enter your details and answer a few quick screening questions so we can get to know you better.