Venue Manager (Perth)

Why You'll Be Excited About This Role

As Venue Manager, you'll oversee the day-to-day operations of our Perth CBD venue while leading a talented team across operations, catering and event delivery.

You'll guide an experienced team, build strong client relationships and create an environment where exceptional events and exceptional people can thrive. From event delivery to customer experience, to team development and venue operations, you'll play an important role in shaping both the client and employee experience.

How This Will Grow Your Career

As the Venue Manager, you'll be at the helm of the Perth venue, overseeing the end-to-end experience for every client and event, working alongside a close-knit team. This role will broaden your leadership capability across venue operations, hospitality and events management, while giving you exposure to strategic decision-making within a national business. In this role, you will:

• Mentor a diverse team across catering, front-of-house, and operations.
• Champion service excellence and smooth, memorable event delivery.
• Balance strategic planning with hands-on event oversight and team support.
• Build stakeholder relationships

If you are a venue manager, functions manager, banquet manager, senior corporate events coordinator, or an assistant venue manager looking to level up, we highly encourage you to apply.

Why You'll Like Working Here

Our culture is team-oriented, encouraging, and centred on people. You’ll be guided by experienced leaders, collaborate with committed colleagues, and have the freedom to make a real contribution. We believe people do their best work when they feel valued at work and beyond, which is why flexibility and wellbeing are part of everyday life at Cliftons. This role offers:

• All Roles Flex – Enjoy Me Days, extra leave purchase options, and a paid mini-break before you start
• Recognition & Rewards – Be celebrated for your hard work and for living our FLIP IT values
• Lifestyle Perks – Get access to discounts on dining, wellness, shopping and more
• Learning & Growth – Access LinkedIn Learning and accessible mentorship

What You'll Be Working On

This role gives you full ownership of the Perth venue’s operations. You'll manage day-to-day delivery while also supporting team development and venue management. It’s a highly collaborative position where communication, emotional intelligence and the ability to bring people together are key. In this role, you will:

• Oversee all aspects of daily venue operations to ensure high standards
• Develop and coach staff to deliver exceptional experiences consistently
• Manage supplier relationships, rostering, and cost-effective procurement
• Collaborate with internal teams to support seamless event logistics, including exams
• Maintain WHS compliance and ensure the venue reflects Cliftons’ brand and service expectations
• Coordinate affiliate events and ensure consistent service delivery across locations

What You'll Bring

You'll be a collaborative leader who enjoys bringing people together, solving problems and creating great experiences for clients and colleagues alike. You'll have:

• Proven experience managing hospitality or event venues
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to foster a supportive, high-performing culture
• Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving abilities
• Financial acumen to manage budgets, rosters, and vendor agreements

If you're excited about this opportunity but don't meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

How To Apply

If you're looking for a leadership opportunity where you can develop people, create exceptional client experiences and make a genuine impact within a values-driven organisation, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit:

• A copy of your CV
• A cover letter