Event Manager (UAE National)
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About the Role
A confidential company in Abu Dhabi seeks an Event Manager to plan and execute corporate events, conferences, and exhibitions. The role manages end-to-end logistics, budgets, vendors, and stakeholder coordination.
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Responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate, and execute corporate events, conferences, seminars, exhibitions, and internal functions
- Develop event concepts, themes, and detailed project plans aligned with business goals
- Manage end to end event logistics including venue selection, catering, transportation, and audiovisual requirements
- Source, negotiate, and manage relationships with vendors and suppliers
- Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring cost efficiency and ROI optimization
- Work closely with internal stakeholders to align event objectives
- Oversee event timelines and ensure all deliverables are executed within deadlines
- Manage on site event operations to ensure smooth execution and quick problem resolution
- Coordinate event marketing and promotional activities in collaboration with marketing team
- Monitor and evaluate event success through feedback, KPIs, and post event reports
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and legal requirements
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Marketing, Hospitality, or related field
- 5 8 years of experience in event management or similar role
- Proven track record of successfully managing large scale events
- Experience working with vendors, contracts, and budget management
- Familiarity with event management software/tools is an advantage
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Job Purpose
- The Event Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing a wide range of events to support business objectives, enhance brand visibility, and deliver exceptional attendee experiences.
- This role ensures seamless event delivery from concept through completion while managing budgets, vendors, and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate, and execute corporate events, conferences, seminars, exhibitions, and internal functions
- Develop event concepts, themes, and detailed project plans aligned with business goals
- Manage end to end event logistics including venue selection, catering, transportation, and audiovisual requirements
- Source, negotiate, and manage relationships with vendors and suppliers
- Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring cost efficiency and ROI optimization
- Work closely with internal stakeholders (HR, Marketing, Communications, etc.) to align event objectives
- Oversee event timelines and ensure all deliverables are executed within deadlines
- Manage on site event operations to ensure smooth execution and quick problem resolution
- Coordinate event marketing and promotional activities in collaboration with marketing team
- Monitor and evaluate event success through feedback, KPIs, and post event reports
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and legal requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Marketing, Hospitality, or related field
- 5 8 years of experience in event management or a similar role
- Proven track record of successfully managing large scale events
- Experience working with vendors, contracts, and budget management
- Familiarity with event management software/tools is an advantage
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