Premium Events Coordinator

Join the team shaping the future of Australia’s game

This is your chance to do work that has real impact, in an organisation that moves fast, aims high and plays a meaningful role in the lives of millions across the country through football. Every role at the AFL helps progress the game, so more people can love it, connect with it and see what is possible through it.

At Marvel Stadium, that impact extends to one of Australia’s leading sports and entertainment venues. From AFL match days to concerts, international sport, major events, functions and precinct experiences, your work helps bring millions of patrons together and deliver memorable moments in the heart of Melbourne.

The opportunity

The Premium Events Coordinator plays an important role in delivering memorable experiences for premium members, hospitality guests and corporate audiences across some of the biggest moments in Australian sport. Supporting the planning and delivery of premium events, match day experiences and hospitality initiatives, this role helps ensure every interaction reflects the high standards of the AFL.

Based at Stadium House in Melbourne and working closely with the Premium Member Events & Engagement Lead, you will coordinate event administration, guest communications, match day logistics and stakeholder engagement across premium membership segments including Altis, Medallion Club, Premier Suite Holders, AFLConnect and AFL Members. This is a hands-on role that requires strong organisation, attention to detail and the ability to deliver confidently in fast-paced environments.

What you’ll own

You’ll help create seamless premium experiences that strengthen engagement and connection with our members and guests. Working across events, hospitality and match day operations, you’ll support the delivery of high-quality experiences from planning through to execution.

You’ll add value through:

• Coordinating administrative and operational support across the premium events and hospitality calendar
• Managing guest lists, RSVP processes and event communications with a high level of accuracy and professionalism
• Supporting event logistics including seating allocations, run sheets, timelines, briefing materials and event documentation
• Assisting with the delivery of premium events, hospitality experiences and member engagement initiatives across multiple locations
• Providing on-ground support for match day experiences at Marvel Stadium and the MCG
• Supporting match day preparation, engagement activations and hospitality coordination to ensure seamless delivery
• Acting as a responsive and professional point of contact for member, guest and stakeholder enquiries
• Working collaboratively with internal teams including Membership, Marketing, Communications, Account Management and Stadium Operations to support successful event outcomes
• Liaising with external suppliers and partners to support event and hospitality delivery requirements
• Maintaining accurate CRM records, attendance tracking and engagement data
• Supporting post-event reporting, feedback collection, invoicing and budget administration activities
• Assisting with broader stadium experience initiatives, precinct activations and cross-team support across the Stadium & Premium Experience team

What you’ll bring

• Demonstrated experience in events, hospitality, customer experience or member engagement environments
• Experience supporting premium, VIP or member-based events with a strong focus on guest experience and operational excellence
• Strong administrative capability with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience managing guest lists, RSVPs, event logistics and stakeholder communications
• Confidence working across multiple priorities and delivering in fast-paced event environments
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage professionally with a range of stakeholders
• Sound judgement and the ability to identify and escalate risks or issues appropriately
• Experience using CRM or event management systems, with exposure to Blackthorn viewed favourably
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines
• Capability to support invoicing, reporting and budget administration tasks
• A collaborative approach and ability to work effectively across teams and external partners
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends in line with event and match day requirements

Why you’ll love being on our team

At the AFL, you will be part of a values-led team that aims high, backs each other and brings energy, care and integrity to work that matters. This is a place where people play to win, play as one team and play with passion, while always staying grounded in fairness, inclusion and respect. We work hard, support each other and create the conditions for our people to grow, perform and thrive.

What you can look forward to:

• Play The Day Your Way, our flexible approach to working life, built to support you on game day and every day
• My Development, with coaching, mentoring, on-the-job learning and formal development to help you keep building your game
• Play Well, our health and wellbeing programme designed to support a healthy body, healthy mind and healthy workplace
• My Benefits, giving you access to a range of partner offers and discounts through our AFL Corporate Partners
• AFL Silver Memberships for permanent team members, so you can enjoy the action at Marvel Stadium and the MCG with family and friends
• 6 months paid primary parental leave with no qualification period for permanent team members

Everyone has a place here

Our game brings people together, and we want our workplace to do the same.

We are committed to building a culture of belonging and an environment where people feel respected, included and able to thrive, and where diversity of background, experience and perspective makes us stronger.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

Whether you’re a footy fan or new to our game, we welcome everyone to apply. We know great candidates don’t always tick every box – if this role excites you, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn’t perfectly match the job description.

The AFL is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in our care. Please note, we undertake several screening processes to ensure this commitment is upheld, this includes ensuring the successful candidate to this position holds a valid employee Working with Children/ Vulnerable People check and a satisfactory criminal history record check.

Ready to play your part?

Applications close 22 May 2026