Join the team

Are you an experienced event professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, client‑focused environment? Join our Event Planning Team and play a key role in delivering exceptional events across Wellington’s iconic venues – Michael Fowler Centre, The Opera House, St James Theatre, TSB Arena and Shed 6. 

At WellingtonNZ, we work in partnership with clients, suppliers and internal teams to ensure events are well planned, seamlessly delivered, and highly successful. As an Event Advisor, you’ll be at the heart of this work - coordinating a diverse portfolio of performance events, exhibitions, conventions and special events. 

About the role

Reporting to the Event Planning Manager, you’ll provide end‑to‑end event planning and coordination, acting as the primary point of contact for clients from contracting through to post‑event reconciliation.

Your day‑to‑day will include: 

• Planning and coordinating events across the WellingtonNZ venue portfolio
• Developing comprehensive event documentation, schedules and floor plans
• Managing strong relationships with clients, suppliers and internal teams
• Coordinating health, safety and compliance documentation
• Working closely with Performance Events, Business Events, Venues Operations and catering partners
• Managing event administration and reconciliation through our event management system 

This role suits someone who is highly organised, solutions‑focused and passionate about delivering outstanding event experiences.

Due to the nature of the events we support, flexibility to work outside of standard business hours is appreciated as this may involve occasional weekend/after-hours event attendance.

About you

You’ll bring:

• At least 3 years’ experience in the events and conferencing industry
• Proven experience planning and managing multiple events concurrently
• Excellent organisation, time management and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Confidence working with a wide range of stakeholders and clients
• A sound understanding of health and safety requirements in an event environment
• Solid administration skills and confidence using Microsoft Office

You’re professional, collaborative and adaptable, with a “can‑do” attitude and the ability to stay calm under pressure.

About us   

WellingtonNZ is the agency tasked with ‘Creating a thriving Wellington Region for all’. Our organisation is shamelessly passionate about this wonderful region we call home and want to make it famous as the most creative place in New Zealand to live, work, visit and play.  

We lead the way for our region's economic development, support key sectors including technology, screen, and tourism, as well as promoting our region and major business and performance events. From Wellington to Porirua, Kāpiti, Wairarapa, and the Hutt Valley, our work aims to create the jobs that our region needs and to improve the quality of life of all our people.   

Why people love it here  

WellingtonNZ truly values its people and is committed to building an inclusive and collaborative culture where everyone can thrive, have fun and make a difference for the Wellington region.  

We have all the things you would expect from a great employer – flexible working options, wellbeing programmes, relaxed working environments and quiet spaces, encouragement to bring your best self to work, and a real coffee machine.    

Apply today  

We encourage you to read the job description.

If you think this opportunity is for you, and you are ready to be part of a diverse organisation all about making the Wellington region thrive, then apply today through Seek.

Want to know more before applying? Please email Kosh at people@wellingtonnz.com.  

Applications close at 5pm, Thursday 5 March. However, if we receive a high volume of suitable candidates, we may close earlier than the advertised date. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out on this opportunity.

Recruitment Agencies: The recruitment for this role is being managed directly by our People & Culture team. Should agency support be required, we will engage with our preferred agencies. Thank you for understanding. 
 
Remuneration for this role will be based on the skillset and competencies that the successful applicant brings to the role. The appointing salary for this role is likely between $72,200 – $80,200. 
 
*Please note to be eligible for this opportunity, you’ll be based in the Wellington region and hold a valid Work Visa that allows you to be employed in New Zealand. We are not accredited with ImmigrationNZ.