Business Events Coordinator – Christchurch

About the role

We are looking for a Business Events Coordinator to join the Visitor Economy team at ChristchurchNZ. In this role you will support the attraction and delivery of business events in Christchurch, helping to grow the city’s economic activity.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and prepare bids and proposals to attract business events.
• Manage event and programme logistics from planning through delivery, including hosting support.
• Accurately enter, track and report data in CRM systems.
• Provide high‑quality operational and administrative support to the Business Events team.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with industry partners, operators and suppliers.

Required profile

• 3–4 years’ experience in business events, tourism, destination marketing or a related field.
• Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams and meet competing deadlines.
• Confidence working with external stakeholders and suppliers.
• Strong time‑management and prioritisation skills.
• Passion for the future of Christchurch.

Required skills

• Experience using CRM systems or similar database management tools.

What we offer

• Flexible working environment.
• Modern office in central Christchurch.
• Opportunity to make a tangible difference to the city’s economic development.