Events Coordinator

Queensland Law Society (QLS) is the professional body for legal practitioners, representing more than 14,000 members state-wide. We lead the Solicitors of Queensland with our purpose of Good Law - Good Lawyers - Public Good.

At Queensland Law Society (QLS), our events bring legal professionals together to learn, connect and grow. From flagship conferences and professional development programs to networking events, workshops and corporate functions, our Events team delivers a diverse calendar of in-person, hybrid and virtual events across Queensland.

We are seeking an organised and proactive Events Coordinator to join us on a 12-month maternity leave contract. Reporting to the Team Leader, Events, you will play a key role in coordinating and delivering a broad range of events, helping create engaging experiences for members, presenters, sponsors and attendees.

This is a hands-on role where no two weeks are the same. One day you may be managing speaker logistics for a major conference, the next supporting a regional event, coordinating attendee communications or working with suppliers to ensure every detail is delivered seamlessly.

In this role you will:

• Coordinate the end-to-end logistics of conferences, seminars, workshops, member events and corporate functions.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders, presenters, venues and suppliers to ensure successful event delivery.
• Manage event budgets and monitor income and expenditure.
• Coordinate travel, accommodation, presentation materials and audiovisual requirements for speakers and presenters.
• Manage registrations, attendee communications and event enquiries.
• Support event delivery onsite, including registration desk operations and event administration.
• Prepare post-event reporting and evaluation information.

Ideally, you will bring:

• Experience coordinating corporate, professional or member-based events across in-person, hybrid and virtual formats.
• Outstanding customer service and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and CRM or event management systems (EventsAir experience will be highly regarded; Dynamics will be advantageous).
• Relevant qualifications in event management, business or marketing.
• Flexibility to occasionally travel within Queensland and support events outside standard business hours when required.
• A current First Aid Certificate, or willingness to obtain on (training funded by QLS).

Why join us?

By joining QLS you will assist to build a society that genuinely cares about its members, people and Queensland law.

• Our purpose is to be an authoritative voice, to help members succeed, to connect with the profession and respect, protect and promote human rights in line with our vision.
• Our workforce is diverse, inclusive and equal; and is representative of our members.
• We are committed to leading change through our people.
• We are proud to
  • hold the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Citation - Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.
  • be listed on Diversity Council Australia's Inclusive Employer Index.
• Employees have flexibility within a social and collaborative environment.

Please note:

• that we reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
• you must be an Australian citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights in Australia to apply for this position.
• this position may require the preferred candidate to undergo a Criminal History Records check. A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection.

For more information about the role, including obtaining a copy of the position description, please email People and Culture on [email protected] or call 07 3842 5978.