Job Description
Overview
QT Parramatta
is part of EVT, and being a part of EVT means believing in changing the game. Why? Because no one wants ordinary. If you're seeking to be part of the kind of wow-factor moments you can help shape, then you've come to the right place.
About EVT
As market-leading experience creators, we bring to life some of the best-known brands and properties in entertainment, ventures, and travel. Our portfolio includes 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 by EVT and Thredbo. Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few.
About QT
QT Hotels & Resorts is EVT’s premium lifestyle hotel brand, with locations in Australia, New Zealand and Singapore. Pioneers behind the philosophy of ‘expect the unexpected’, every property delivers an experience that combines local influence with QT’s signature quirk. And our people? With personalities as diverse as each property, individuality is more than encouraged.
About QT Parramatta
QT Parramatta will bring drama, design and indulgence to Western Sydney, with 259 designer rooms and suites, a buzzing café, signature bar & grill, bold rooftop bar, and events worth dressing up for. We’re building a team of originals - creators of moments, shapers of style, and people who love the spotlight. If you’re ready to open Parramatta’s newest icon, this is your cue. Step into the spotlight as
Director of Sales , where you’ll shape the commercial heartbeat of one of Sydney’s newest lifestyle hotels. This is your chance to lead the charge — crafting bold sales strategies, driving revenue to new heights, and growing QT’s market presence in the wider Sydney Market. You’ll shape smart sales plans, anticipate market shifts, and work closely with Marketing, Loyalty, and Digital to unlock new opportunities. With your client first mindset and persuasive communication, you’ll build strong relationships, overcome challenges, and champion fresh ideas that keep QT ahead of the game.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute a sales strategy that drives market share growth and commercial outcomes, ensuring all activity is accurately recorded in the CRM.
Lead, coach, and mentor the sales team, keeping them informed on goals, performance, and celebrating successes.
Manage tactical sales plans to maximise revenue, anticipating business peaks and troughs with a strong focus on rate and occupancy.
Collaborate with Marketing, Loyalty, and Digital teams to identify new revenue opportunities and innovative packages.
Influence stakeholders and resolve challenges through persuasive communication, negotiation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Skills & Experience
3 – 5 years in a senior sales role within hotels and a strong understanding of the Parramatta and wider Sydney market.
Proven leadership experience managing and motivating a sales team of at least 3 or more, with a focus on coaching and development.
Strong track record in delivering results through strategic planning and achieving ambitious revenue goals.
Demonstrated ability to manage large client accounts valued at $1M+, ensuring growth and retention.
Expertise in planning and organising resources to meet deadlines and optimise performance in a fast-paced environment.
Commercial acumen with the ability to identify new business opportunities, manage risk, and maximise profitability.
Exceptional communication and influencing skills to engage stakeholders, negotiate outcomes, and gain buy-in.
Solid experience driving rooms revenue and F&B sales for entertainment and corporate clients.
Incredible team member discounts from your first day on-the-job.
50% off stays at EVT hotels – Rydges, QT, Atura, Lylo and more.
$2 movie tickets, plus Moonlight, Gold Class, Candy Bar discounts and more.
Awesome winter and summer savings and discounts at Thredbo.
Rapidcareer growth opportunities through our EVT network.
Local community involvement, volunteering and charitable giving.
Australia and NZ’s largest and most diverse experiences company
Join the team 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.
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.
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