Partnerships Account Manager

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Play a key role in delivering Melbourne's world-class events by managing partnerships that create lasting value for the City, event organisers and our community

$87,550 to $98,541 (pro rata) + 12% Super

Part Time, Max Term role

About the role

The Partnerships Account Manager plays a central role in delivering Melbourne’s signature events by managing a portfolio of sponsorships through the Event Partnership Program. You’ll guide applications from assessment through to negotiation and activation, ensuring each partnership delivers strong value for both event organisers and the City of Melbourne. Working closely with internal teams and external partners, you’ll help bring major events to life while supporting the city’s broader visitation and economic goals.

This is a part-time opportunity, requiring three days per week, until 29 January 2027 with the potential for extension.

A little more about the role

Manage sponsorship negotiations, benefits, ticketing allocations and partner communications

Track and report on program activity, ROI, budgets and partnership performance

Build strong working relationships with event organisers and teams across CoM to ensure partnership benefits are effectively activated

Why join Team Melbourne?

Located on the traditional lands of the Bunurong Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples of the Kulin Nation, Melbourne is globally recognised as one of the most liveable, diverse, and dynamic cities.

At the heart of it all is the City of Melbourne – a passionate, purpose-driven organisation where your work truly matters. As part of Team Melbourne, you’ll help deliver what’s most important to the people who live, work, study, visit and invest in our great city.

We’re proud champions of diversity, committed to continuous improvement, and driven by a shared vision for a vibrant and sustainable future.

This is more than just a role – it’s your chance to make a real impact, contribute to something bigger, and shape Melbourne’s future alongside a collaborative and forward-thinking team.

About you

You are a relationship-builder who thrives in collaborative environments. You’re confident engaging with partners, stakeholders and internal teams, and you’re skilled at navigating competing priorities while maintaining a high standard of professionalism.

You may also be:

Experienced in negotiating agreements or managing sponsorship/partnership rights

Someone who enjoys analysing value, measuring outcomes and identifying opportunities

What your experience might look like

Background in sponsorship, events, marketing, partnerships or a related discipline

Experience applying evaluation frameworks to assess proposals or programs

Strong contract management capability, including risk and compliance awareness

Ability to juggle multiple deadlines across complex projects with accuracy and attention to detail

Demonstrated stakeholder engagement and negotiation capability

Benefits of working with us

Attractive remuneration & benefits: Excellent pay package with a range of exciting benefits. Flexible working, study assistance & other great corporate discounts.

Excellent leave entitlements: Enjoy up to 20 weeks of fully paid parental leave for primary carers, in addition to the government-funded parental leave, with no waiting period to access. Part-time equivalents are also available for added flexibility.

Career progression: Career development support and opportunities to learn new skills within a creative and exciting environment.

Work-life balance and hybrid working: We support flexible hours, alternative work arrangements (like ADOs), and hybrid work-from-home options.

How to apply

We'd love to hear how you can make an impact in this role! As part of your application, you will be required to:

Attach your updated resume

Include a cover letter (max one page) outlining your relevant experience and why you're a great fit for this role.

Submit your application no later than 11:45pm on Friday, 31 July 2026.

A few important things to note – don’t miss out!

Applications must be submitted online. Unfortunately, we can’t accept applications via email, so please be sure to apply through the official job link provided.

Apply early! This role may close sooner than the listed closing date if we find the right candidate - so don’t wait to get your application in.

We are a child safe organisation. The City of Melbourne has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All employees undergo thorough safety screening, including a Police Check and a Working with Children Check.

Need more info?

Refer to the position description below or contact Lisa McCarthy – Manager Partnerships, lisa.mccarthy@melbourne.vic.gov.au.

Inclusion matters

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from all cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and people of all ages and faith backgrounds.

We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support all applicants. If you require any adjustments, please let us know via the application prompts or inform our Careers team if you’re contacted for an interview.