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Marketing & Events Coordinator – SPA Australia
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- 12-month non-ongoing contract with genuine potential for permanency
- Be part of a growing global organisation and get real, end-to-end marketing and events experience
- Strong focus on development, exposure, and building your experience
Ready to continue and build your career in Marketing & Events?
SPA Australia is looking for a motivated, curious and proactive Marketing & Events Coordinator to join our growing team in Barton, Canberra. This role is designed for someone with around 3+ years of experience who is eager to broaden their skills across the full marketing mix.
You may already have experience coordinating conferences, corporate events, sponsorships, social media and communications projects– and now you're ready to build on that foundation and become a well-rounded marketing professional. In this role, you'll play a key role in planning and delivering events, sponsorships, tradeshows and conferences, while also supporting communications, content and marketing initiatives. Gain exposure to a broad range of marketing disciplines from day one, with the opportunity to take ownership of areas that match your strengths and interests.
You'll work closely with and report to the Group Manager – Communications & Marketing, supporting a wide range of activities across brand, digital, internal communications, events, and stakeholder engagement. This is a hands-on, varied role that offers real exposure to how communication operates in a professional services context – with the guidance and mentorship to help you get there.
Working with SPA Australia
SPA Australia (Systems Planning & Analysis, Australia) is a leading provider of integrated legal, commercial, consulting and analytics services to government.
Our multidisciplinary approach, trusted advice and leading-edge technology and analysis help clients deliver measurable outcomes.
In 2025, SPA Australia acquired Proximity, a highly regarded professional services firm specialising in government legal, consulting, and commercial advisory services.
Our parent company, SPA, has more than 3,000 employees in 30 locations within the US, UK and Australia. In Australia, more than 130 employees are based across Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide, where our local teams deliver sovereign capability backed by global expertise.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead coordination and delivery of corporate events, sponsorships, conferences, tradeshows, networking functions and industry exhibitions
- Manage event logistics including venues, registrations, suppliers, speakers, catering, signage, event materials, budgets and runsheets
- Manage timelines, suppliers, and support end-to-end events and marketing project delivery to ensure activity is delivered on time
- Assist in delivering marketing campaigns from brief through to execution across digital and traditional channels
- Help maintain brand consistency and support creation of marketing collateral and content
- Lead implementation across marketing email and content management systems
- Support social media, website updates, and digital content calendar
- Draft, edit, and proofread internal and external communications and materials
- Internal communications management and development of training materials, guidelines and instructions
- Coordinate logistics for events, sponsorships and tradeshows
- Work collaboratively with internal teams, practice leads, and external partners
- Support reporting on events and communications performance
Qualifications
Qualifications and Experience:
Essential:
- Degree in Marketing, Communications, Design or a related field
- 3+ years' experience in events, communications or marketing
- Strong writing and communication skills – clear, concise, and professional across different formats and audiences
- Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
- Familiarity with digital platforms including social media, email marketing tools, or website CMS
- Candidates must be eligible to apply for an Australian Clearance
Desirable:
- Experience with, or a strong interest in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite or Canva
- Exposure to professional services, consulting, or government- facing organisations
- Experience with platforms such as LinkedIn Campaign Manager, Pardot, or similar marketing automation tools
Applicants must be eligible to apply for an Australian Security Clearance.
Working with SPA Australia
Collaborating with our clients to overcome challenges and achieve excellent outcomes is what matters most. We create an exceptional workplace culture that empowers our people with the confidence and knowledge to find the ‘right fit' solution for client needs. We're committed to a safe and respectful workplace where everyone – regardless of identity, orientation, background, or ability – feels valued and accepted. Our values are central to everything we do. We strengthen our culture and client advantage by being Genuine, taking a Bold approach, and delivering Helpful outcomes and Trusted advice.
The SPA Australia Difference
We believe work should be a positive part of your life. It should challenge, engage, and support you in equal measure.
By joining SPA Australia, you'll enjoy:
- Health and wellbeing support – financial and educational
- Professional development, support and funding
- Career progression pathways supporting your development and career goals
- The chance to give back to your community by working with our not-for-profit partners
- Flexible working options
Does this sound like the right role for you?
For the right person, this role offers the opportunity to contribute ideas and take initiative in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. If you are curious, proactive, eager to learn, and have the right attitude, this could be the role for you. To find out more or to have a confidential discussion, please contact Loretta Pabian at careers@au.spa.com
Qualifications
Qualifications and Experience:
Essential:
- Degree in Marketing, Communications, Design or a related field
- 3+ years' experience in events, communications or marketing
- Strong writing and communication skills – clear, concise, and professional across different formats and audiences
- Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
- Familiarity with digital platforms including social media, email marketing tools, or website CMS
- Candidates must be eligible to apply for an Australian Clearance
Desirable:
- Experience with, or a strong interest in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite or Canva
- Exposure to professional services, consulting, or government- facing organisations
- Experience with platforms such as LinkedIn Campaign Manager, Pardot, or similar marketing automation tools
Applicants must be eligible to apply for an Australian Security Clearance.
Working with SPA Australia
Collaborating with our clients to overcome challenges and achieve excellent outcomes is what matters most. We create an exceptional workplace culture that empowers our people with the confidence and knowledge to find the ‘right fit' solution for client needs. We're committed to a safe and respectful workplace where everyone – regardless of identity, orientation, background, or ability – feels valued and accepted. Our values are central to everything we do. We strengthen our culture and client advantage by being Genuine, taking a Bold approach, and delivering Helpful outcomes and Trusted advice.
The SPA Australia Difference
We believe work should be a positive part of your life. It should challenge, engage, and support you in equal measure.
By joining SPA Australia, you'll enjoy:
- Health and wellbeing support – financial and educational
- Professional development, support and funding
- Career progression pathways supporting your development and career goals
- The chance to give back to your community by working with our not-for-profit partners
- Flexible working options
Does this sound like the right role for you?
For the right person, this role offers the opportunity to contribute ideas and take initiative in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. If you are curious, proactive, eager to learn, and have the right attitude, this could be the role for you. To find out more or to have a confidential discussion, please contact Loretta Pabian at careers@au.spa.com
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead coordination and delivery of corporate events, sponsorships, conferences, tradeshows, networking functions and industry exhibitions
- Manage event logistics including venues, registrations, suppliers, speakers, catering, signage, event materials, budgets and runsheets
- Manage timelines, suppliers, and support end-to-end events and marketing project delivery to ensure activity is delivered on time
- Assist in delivering marketing campaigns from brief through to execution across digital and traditional channels
- Help maintain brand consistency and support creation of marketing collateral and content
- Lead implementation across marketing email and content management systems
- Support social media, website updates, and digital content calendar
- Draft, edit, and proofread internal and external communications and materials
- Internal communications management and development of training materials, guidelines and instructions
- Coordinate logistics for events, sponsorships and tradeshows
- Work collaboratively with internal teams, practice leads, and external partners
- Support reporting on events and communications performance
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