Event Manager - Saudi National

Job Title: Event Manager - Saudi National Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Role Summary The Event Manager plans and delivers the client's events in Riyadh from concept to close-out. The role owns timelines, budgets, suppliers and on-site execution, and is the main point of contact for stakeholders before, during and after each event. Proven hands-on events experience is essential. This is not an entry-level position. Key Responsibilities • Plan and manage events end to end: concept, scope, timeline, run-of-show and close-out. • Build and control event budgets, track spend and report variances. • Source, negotiate with and manage venues, production companies, caterers and other suppliers. • Secure the permits and approvals each event needs from the relevant Saudi authorities. • Lead on-site delivery: set-up, crew and volunteer briefing, guest flow, protocol and troubleshooting. • Coordinate with internal teams (marketing, communications, procurement, security) and external partners and sponsors. • Manage VIP and government guest handling in line with local protocol. • Ensure health, safety and crowd-management requirements are met at every event. • Produce post-event reports covering attendance, budget, feedback and lessons learned. Required Skills • Working knowledge of the Riyadh venue and supplier market and of local permit processes. • Fluent in Arabic and English, written and spoken. • Strong organisation, negotiation and stakeholder-management skills; calm under pressure on event days. • Familiarity with event registration and project-tracking tools. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in event management, marketing, hospitality, business or a related field (preferred). • Event or project management certification (for example CMP or PMP) (preferred). Experience Requirement • Minimum 5 years of hands-on event management experience, with a portfolio of delivered events (conferences, exhibitions, corporate, government or public events). • Track record of managing event budgets and multiple suppliers at the same time. • Experience with large-scale or high-profile events in Saudi Arabia (preferred). • Experience working with government entities or semi-government clients (preferred). Location / Work Mode Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (on-site) • Saudi nationals only • Based in Riyadh, or willing to relocate before the start date. Additional Notes Willing to work evenings, weekends and extended hours around events. How to apply: Send your CV and a short summary of events you have managed to [email address] by [closing date]. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Open questions to confirm before posting: [ ] Client name and reporting line [ ] Minimum years of experience (drafted as 5) [ ] Salary range and benefits, if they should be listed [ ] Application contact and closing date

Bachelor's degree in event management, marketing, hospitality, business or a related field (preferred). Event or project management certification (for example CMP or PMP) (preferred).

Plan and manage events end to end: concept, scope, timeline, run-of-show and close-out. Build and control event budgets, track spend and report variances. Source, negotiate with and manage venues, production companies, caterers and other suppliers. Secure the permits and approvals each event needs from the relevant Saudi authorities. Lead on-site delivery: set-up, crew and volunteer briefing, guest flow, protocol and troubleshooting. Coordinate with internal teams (marketing, communications, procurement, security) and external partners and sponsors. Manage VIP and government guest handling in line with local protocol. Ensure health, safety and crowd-management requirements are met at every event. Produce post-event reports covering attendance, budget, feedback and lessons learned.