Account Manager - Events & Exhibitions

Taj HR; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Taj HR is seeking an experienced Event Account Manager to lead client relationships and coordinate event projects from brief to execution in the UAE.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in account management, events, advertising, or marketing, and can work effectively with targets and KPIs. Must be based in Abu Dhabi or Dubai, with strong communication and negotiation skills to drive successful campaigns.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Account Management or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of UAE events/marketing industry.
• Proven experience managing clients and projects.
• Based in Abu Dhabi or Dubai.
• Ability to work under pressure with a strong KPI focus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain relationships with existing and potential clients.
• Translate client requirements into effective briefs.
• Prepare proposals, presentations, quotations, and project timelines.
• Coordinate with internal teams, suppliers, and external stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring deadlines and quality standards.
• Monitor project progress, budgets, and deliverables against KPIs.
• Identify opportunities to grow existing accounts and generate additional business.
• Act as the main point of contact between clients and the project team.

Skills

Account Management

Client Servicing

Events

Advertising

Marketing

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation

Time management

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Event Account Manager to manage client relationships and coordinate event-related projects from initial brief to execution.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in the events, advertising, or marketing industry, excellent client management skills, and the ability to work effectively with targets and KPIs.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients.
• Understand client requirements and translate them into effective creative briefs.
• Prepare proposals, presentations, quotations, and project timelines.
• Coordinate with internal teams, suppliers, and external stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.
• Monitor project progress, budgets, and deliverables.Work towards agreed targets and KPIs.
• Identify opportunities to grow existing client accounts and generate additional business.
• Act as the main point of contact between clients and the project team.

• 5+ years of experience in Account Management, Client Servicing, Events, Advertising, or Marketing.
• Strong knowledge and experience in the UAE events/marketing industry.
• Proven experience managing clients and projects.
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines.
• Target- and KPI-driven mindset.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Must be currently based in Abu Dhabi or Dubai.
• UAE market experience is highly preferred.