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At Cliftons, you are the key to our success. Our commitment to creating remarkable experiences for our clients starts with you. We invest in you with supportive policies and a welcoming workplace, making it easy for you to excel.
Every day, you’ll join a team that values collaboration and support, where your efforts make a real difference. Here, you will enjoy the satisfaction of delivering outstanding events and feel valued for your unique contributions.
At Cliftons, you are the key to our success. Our commitment to creating remarkable experiences for our clients starts with you. We invest in you with supportive policies and a welcoming workplace, making it easy for you to excel.
Every day, you’ll join a team that values collaboration and support, where your efforts make a real difference. Here, you will enjoy the satisfaction of delivering outstanding events and feel valued for your unique contributions.
We see and appreciate your hard work. By promoting from within and valuing your contributions, we provide substantial opportunities for your career growth.
You’ll find yourself part of a community that’s genuinely supportive and collaborative. You can count on your team to be there with the help and guidance you need, and enjoy a flat management structure that makes it easy to connect with the right person across the team.
You’ll find yourself part of a community that’s genuinely supportive and collaborative. You can count on your team to be there with the help and guidance you need, and enjoy a flat management structure that makes it easy to connect with the right person across the team.
In our dynamic environment where no two days are the same, you’ll have the opportunity to be creative and find solutions. From overcoming logistical challenges to meeting unique client needs, your innovative ideas drive our success and enhance your professional skills.
We recognise that running events can be demanding. That’s why our ‘All Roles Flex’ policy is designed to fit your life. You have the freedom to balance your professional and personal life in a way that best suits both you and your team.
We recognise that running events can be demanding. That’s why our ‘All Roles Flex’ policy is designed to fit your life. You have the freedom to balance your professional and personal life in a way that best suits both you and your team.
As CEO of Cliftons, Vanessa leads with a passion for innovation and a commitment to cultivating an inclusive, dynamic workplace. With vast experience across the Asia Pacific region, she has run events and venues across multiple countries. strategies in the events, media, and technology sectors.
A big believer in lifelong learning and giving back to our communities through mentor and industry support programs, Vanessa is actively involved in the industry, as the board chair of Meetings and Events Association of Australia (MEA). Fun fact: she’s also a certified wine judge. Her leadership philosophy? “Be bold, embrace challenges, and continue learning every step of the way.”
With over 17 years at Cliftons, Melchor has become a familiar and trusted face to clients in Canberra. As Venue Manager, he ensures each event runs smoothly by overseeing everything from venue readiness, briefing staff and personally welcoming clients on event day.
Melchor’s dedication to building strong relationships has cemented Cliftons’ reputation for exceptional service. He thrives on helping clients and anticipating challenges, particularly government organisations, meet their unique event needs with confidentiality and expertise. A champion of giving back, Melchor leads a stationery donation drive supporting underprivileged students in the Philippines. “Helping the community, even in small ways, is something that makes my job even more fulfilling” he says.
Wolfgang leads Cliftons’ Field Sales team which spans three countries and successfully manages a diverse portfolio of major accounts across multiple industry sectors. His team drives key client projects, delivering both soft-skills and technical training to up to 7,000 end-users.
A long-standing Cliftons team member, Wolfgang is known for his supportive leadership style. He inspires his team through coaching and encouraging innovative thinking. Wolfgang is also passionate about exploring new sales platforms and rolling out advanced tools, positioning Cliftons as a leader in technology adoption. For him, keeping work engaging is essential and encourages others to follow: “It’s fun. Get involved, keep learning, and make your role interesting.”
Nazley originally joined Cliftons in 2022 and, after briefly stepping away, she’s returned to lead business development in Wellington, New Zealand. With a passion for relationship management and sales, Nazley enjoys nurturing relationships and working closely with government and corporate clients to deliver tailored event solutions that bring their vision to life. Her role involves engaging with new and existing clients, strategic account management, securing strategic partnerships and driving growth.
What Nazley loves most about her role at Cliftons is the vibrance and support of the broader team, the leadership style and the opportunity to focus on client success. “I love that we’re able to make suggestions and are taken seriously” she notes, “I’m encouraged to put by best foot forward”
We might take our work seriously, but not ourselves. We like the people we work with and we prize our fun-focused culture that keeps us energised and engaged
We take ownership. We are accountable for our actions. We set an example for others through our sound judgements, openness and authenticity
The correct path isn’t always the easiest, but we never let that stop us from doing what’s right. We are honest and open. We deliver on our promises
We take pride in our mission to create remarkable experiences for our customers. We are enthusiastic and we love opportunities to learn
If we think something could be better, we stand up and say it. We embrace new ideas. We know improvement comes from bold visions
Together we achieve more. We work as one team, collaborating and supporting each other to achieve our shared goals. Our diversity and inclusion makes us strong
Here at Cliftons, creating remarkable experiences not only applies to our clients, but to our people as well, working on the ground, achieving new heights with us. In order to accomplish that, one of our promises is to provide our people room for growth, especially in their careers.
Pay matters – but so do balance, flexibility, benefits and growth. At Cliftons, we’re evolving how we reward our people to reflect what really matters in today’s world of work.
Cliftons’ All Roles Flex policy is designed to support real-life balance in a fast-paced industry. From flexible hours and remote work options to unique benefits like “Me Days” and career-friendly breaks, the aim is to it ensure every role is tailored for individual needs and create a more inclusive, supportive workplace where people can thrive.
At Cliftons, we believe that every meal we serve should be both memorable and sustainable. Our commitment to sustainability goes hand in hand with our purpose of creating remarkable experiences, together. That means making choices every day that reduce waste, support our communities, and care for the environment.
Creating Remarkable Experiences, Together – isn’t just about what clients experience in our venues. It’s about the way our teams come together, support each other, and take pride in doing something extraordinary every day. We asked a few of our people to share the moments that have stayed with them. Their stories show what life at Cliftons is really like.
Cliftons is proud to be recognised again as one of Australia and New Zealand’s Best Places to Work. This annual list, published by The Australian Financial Review and BOSS Magazine, based on a rigorous assessment process managed by Bendelta. The competition evaluates and ranks workplaces based on their policies, culture and employee experience.
Cliftons aims to provide a fair and straightforward hiring process for everyone. To start with your application, search for job openings on our careers site. Provide an up-to-date CV or resume and cover letter, fill out our application form, and click submit.
A People & Culture team member will screen your profile for relevant skills and experiences and contact you for a short conversation.
This stage consists of two to three levels of interviews with our team: People & Culture, Hiring Managers, and a relevant executive manager. The first interviews are done virtually. Hiring managers will invite candidates to meet in person in their venue locations for the last interview. Here, you are given the space to share your passion and expertise related to the role you applied for.
There will be instances where you will be required to complete an online assessment to ascertain your capabilities that are in line with the role’s priorities. This is also a good opportunity to ask us questions so, don’t hesitate!
The final stage! If you are not successful, we encourage you to re-apply or register your interest with us to keep updated with our job openings.
If you pass this then, congratulations! We’ll be making an offer verbally and in writing to you.
At Cliftons, we believe in empowering our team members to take charge of their own career paths. We provide the tools and opportunities for ongoing learning and development, enabling you to shape your own journey with us.
We offer a range of opportunities such as bite-sized learning, internal conferences, peer learning discussions, mentoring and learning and development budgets.
Our innovative initiatives like Coffee Roulette help employees share ideas and grow together.
Additionally, we encourage ongoing career development discussions, supporting career changes and progression.
Cliftons is committed to flexible working arrangements through our ‘All Roles Flex’ policy. We understand that flexibility means different things to different people, so we offer various options to suit individual needs.
Whether it’s remote work, flexible hours, buying additional leave, or ‘Me Days’, we ensure our employees can balance their personal and professional lives effectively.
People who thrive at Cliftons are proactive, adaptable, and collaborative. We value team players who are solution-focused and have a growth mindset.
Our dynamic work environment is ideal for those who enjoy tackling challenges head-on and are eager to learn and innovate.
Employee wellbeing is a priority at Cliftons. We provide comprehensive tools, policies, and guides to support mental health and resilience, including manager guides and training.
Our wellbeing campaigns, like RU OK? Day and flu shots, alongside our Wellbeing-related leave policies and Me Days, ensure that our employees feel supported both mentally and physically.
Yes, Cliftons is dedicated to giving back to society through various initiatives. We have a Reconciliation Action Plan, support a school in the Philippines, and are committed to sustainability practices in our business and the events we host – recently achieving platinum-level accreditation with IACC Green Star Certification.
Our employees are encouraged to participate in community and volunteering efforts, reinforcing our commitment to societal contribution.
Yes, you can apply and interview for positions at Cliftons remotely. We utilise video screenings and virtual interviews in the early rounds to ensure a smooth and accessible hiring process for candidates, regardless of their location.
Roles are tied to one of our business locations, so it’s not likely that a role is 100% remote – unless specified.
Our venues are positioned in central CBD locations and are easy to access by different public transport options. Some venues also have end-of-trip facilities if you’re cycling or walking to work.
Visitor parking generally isn’t available. Specific details about options available can be discussed during the interview process or with the relevant venue manager.