Event Manager

WE’RE HIRING | ABU DHABI

We’re expanding our team and looking for experienced professionals with a strong background in arenas, major venues and live events.

We are currently recruiting for two positions:

• Sales Manager – Venue & Events

We’re looking for a strong commercial profile with proven experience in venue sales, event sales, sponsorships, corporate events and business development.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven sales experience within arenas, venues, exhibitions, hospitality or the live events industry
• A strong network across the UAE events and corporate market
• Experience developing new business, managing client relationships and converting leads into confirmed events
• Strong commercial, negotiation and presentation skills
• A solid understanding of venue hire, event requirements and revenue opportunities
• UAE experience preferred
• Events Manager

We’re looking for an experienced Events Manager who can take an event from initial planning through to successful delivery on site.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience managing large-scale events, concerts, sporting events, entertainment or arena/venue operations
• Strong knowledge of event planning, production, suppliers, contractors and venue operations
• Experience coordinating clients, promoters, production teams and internal departments
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced live environment
• Previous arena or major venue experience is highly preferred For both positions, we are particularly interested in candidates with hands-on arena, stadium, major venue or live entertainment experience.

If you have the right experience and are ready for your next challenge, we’d like to hear from you.

Please send your CV/resume via LinkedIn or email, clearly mentioning the position you are applying for.

Jessica.f@menalead.com

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