Partnerships & Events Specialist

How will you make an impact?

As a Partnership & Events Specialist you’ll play a vital role in elevating our brand and member engagement. By driving strategic partnerships and delivering memorable events, you’ll strengthen stakeholder relationships and contribute directly to market presence and reputation.

The opportunity

As a Partnership & Events Specialist you’ll be at the heart of our brand’s growth and reputation. This is your chance to shape high-profile partnerships and deliver standout events that engage our members and strengthen our presence in the industry. You’ll collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders, manage multiple priorities, and see your work directly contribute to Hostplus’ success. If you thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused environment and love turning ideas into action, this is the role for you.

Some key responsibilities:

• Manage and deliver all aspects of the Hostplus partnership portfolio, ensuring value and compliance.
• Build and nurture relationships with partners, stakeholders, and associations.
• Coordinate internal teams to plan and execute innovative partnership initiatives and events.
• Track and analyse partnership performance and ROI to drive continuous improvement.
• Oversee event logistics, working closely with venues, suppliers, and partners.
• Support the team with administration, reporting, and governance processes.

About you

• 5+ years’ experience in partnership management, events, marketing, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver outstanding results.
• Exceptional relationship-building and stakeholder management abilities.
• A collaborative, can-do attitude with the confidence to influence at all levels.
• Outstanding organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive under pressure.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a flair for creative problem-solving.
• A degree or qualification in Marketing, PR, Event Management, Communications, or a related discipline (preferred).

What can we offer you?

Our employees are passionate about what we do and are proud to be part of an organisation which helps everyday Australians achieve a brighter future. We value diversity of thought and have an open and flexible workplace. Some industry leading benefits we offer include:

• Hybrid and flexible work environment
• 15% superannuation
• Additional paid leave over Christmas and New Year
• Additional 5 days paid “flex leave”, so that you can take time out when you need it
• 18 weeks paid parental leave
• Total Wellness Program, including benefits such as free flu shots, comprehensive EAP support, access to medical experts and wellness related events throughout the year
• 3 days community service leave
• 4 weeks paid gender affirmation leave
• Access to long service leave at 5 years
• Access to subsidised financial advice
• Dedicated per person development budget to support your growth

Just to name a few!

About us

At Hostplus, we passionately provide around 1.8 million members with the best possible service; constantly looking for new ways to deliver better value while helping members get the most out of their super. We are inspired to help our members achieve greater security for their future and ensure they retire with dignity.

Your role at Hostplus will make a difference, whether you're in marketing, financial advice, operations or any of our other divisions - you'll be contributing to ensuring our members retire with the best possible outcomes, and what better feeling is there than knowing your role helps someone to retire with dignity and security?

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and appreciated for being their authentic selves. We celebrate diversity and believe that different backgrounds and experiences enrich our relationships and bring meaningful benefits to our people, our members, and the communities we serve.

We welcome applications from everyone and if you require any adjustments made during the recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to us at talent@hostplus.com.au and to let us know how we can support.

How do I apply?

If you are interested in this opportunity, please follow the prompts to make an application.

We have an important duty to our members, all appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police, Bankruptcy and Insolvency Check. Applicants must have current and unrestricted work rights in Australia (sponsorship is not available for this role).