Senior Event Manager

Role Overview:

As the Lead of the Events Department, the Senior Events Manager drives the strategic planning and execution of events from brief to delivery, acting as the central orchestrator across creative, production, and project management functions. This role owns client communication, builds timelines, leads cross-functional collaboration, and ensures all aspects of the event align with objectives, budgets, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Events Department in managing the full lifecycle of event planning and timeline creation to execution and post-event reporting.
• Serve as the main client contact, ensuring clear communication and alignment at all project stages.
• Translate client briefs into actionable plans, defining scopes, deliverables, and internal workflows.
• Coordinate across creative, production, and project management teams to ensure effective collaboration and delivery.
• Build and manage event timelines, workback schedules, and deliverable tracking systems.
• Align event planning with client budgets, internal resources, and delivery expectations.
• Support the growth of the department by mentoring team members and participating in recruitment as needed.
• Monitor department performance, client satisfaction, and opportunities for process optimization.

Job Requirements:

• 4-6 years of experience in event management, preferably within an agency an a full timer.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex event portfolios.
• Strong organizational and planning skills with a proactive, solution-driven mindset.
• Excellent client relationship management and communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of the local events ecosystem, vendors, and regulatory landscape in Saudi Arabia.
• Fluent in both Arabic and English.
• Specialized certifications in event or project management are a plus.