Role Type
Full-time
Work Hours
Hybrid
Location
Kuala Lumpur
Description of Role
We are seeking an experienced Event Manager to lead events team. You will be responsible for developing event strategy, managing team dynamics, and fostering seamless cross-departmental collaboration. Your role will involve overseeing the entire event portfolio and driving the team's professional growth. This position requires a blend of creative vision, financial acumen, and strategic leadership to deliver successful events that exceed client expectations and propel business growth.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Strategy
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Events Executives working across multiple projects.
- Allocate projects and distribute workload strategically to optimize team performance and individual growth.
- Oversee the end-to-end planning and execution of the event portfolio, ensuring alignment with company goals and client objectives.
- Develop and implement event strategies, processes, and best practices to enhance efficiency and quality.
- Manage the event department's budget, forecasting, and P&L to ensure profitability and cost-effectiveness.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Oversee the end-to-end planning and execution of all corporate and marketing events, from concept to post-event analysis.
- Act as primary senior liaison between clients, vendors, and internal departments, ensuring objectives are met.
- Provide creative input and strategic recommendations to enhance event concepts and experiences.
- Troubleshoot issues during planning and on-site to guarantee seamless execution.
- Oversee event execution to ensure high-quality and timely delivery within scope and budget.
Client & Operational Excellence
- Serve as senior point of contact for key clients; run workshops, pre-prod meetings, and executive rehearsals.
- Lead high-level client communications including briefings, presentations, and post-event reviews.
- Negotiate and manage relationships with senior stakeholders, key vendors, and venues.
- Ensure highest client satisfaction through strategic oversight and expert problem-solving.
- Foster a calm, solutions-first culture—especially under show pressure.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Marketing, Business, or a related field.
- At least 8 years in event management with 3+ years in team leadership. (Preferably in an agency environment)
- Proven experience in event strategy, budget management, and cross-functional leadership.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Strong organizational skills, able to juggle multiple projects and deadlines.
- Strong financial acumen and problem-solving abilities.
- Creativity and problem-solving mindset, with the ability to adapt under pressure.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.