Events Director

Nouveaux Talents; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the healthcare sector is seeking an Event Director to spearhead a flagship international event. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in event management, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record in stakeholder engagement. This role involves strategic planning, execution, and team leadership, ensuring the event's success and relevance in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about impactful events and ready to lead at a global level, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in international event management, including 3 years in a director-level role.
• Significant leadership experience in international B2B events, preferably in healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive long-term event strategy.
• Build and maintain a detailed event delivery plan.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a cross-functional event team.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Problem-Solving

Project Management

Job description

We’re hiring an Event Director to lead the strategic planning, execution, and growth of a flagship, high-profile international event in the healthcare sector. This role is suited for a senior event leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, has exceptional stakeholder management capabilities, and brings commercial, operational, and creative vision to large-scale event delivery.

Key Responsibilities :

• Develop and implement a comprehensive long-term event strategy aligned with stakeholder expectations and growth objectives.
• Build and maintain a detailed event delivery plan with cross-functional department heads.
• Regularly report on progress, risks, and forecasts to senior management and government partners.
• Monitor industry trends and global developments to adapt strategy and ensure ongoing relevance and impact.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a cross-functional event team, fostering high performance and accountability.
• Define KPIs, training plans, succession strategies, and resource allocation in collaboration with HR.
• Ensure clear communication across departments and with executive leadership.

Stakeholder Engagement :

• Build and nurture strong relationships with government supporters, strategic partners, and advisory boards.
• Lead high-level steering committee engagements to gain input and advocacy.
• Cultivate a personal network across the sector to support event positioning and revenue growth.
• Own full event P&L and revenue targets across exhibition, sponsorship, and delegate streams.
• Develop a commercial sales plan and support teams in proposal development and key account management.
• Expand the event’s international reach through agent networks and new business development.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop a compelling brand, message house, and promotional campaigns.
• Ensure messaging is consistent across all channels and supported by accurate data.
• Drive PR visibility, content-driven marketing, and industry engagement.
• Guide the production team in building high-value, topical content aligned with industry needs.
• Ensure timely launch of conference programmes and speaker acquisition.
• Champion speaker experience and delegate engagement from concept to execution.

Operations & Logistics :

• Work closely with operations on floorplan design, supplier management, signage, and onsite experience.
• Ensure smooth coordination of registration, compliance, and procurement processes.
• Drive efficiency while maintaining a high standard of execution.
• Manage the full event budget, ensuring cost control and accurate forecasting.
• Partner with finance to ensure timely revenue collection and mitigate cancellation risks.
• Deliver accurate financial reporting, highlighting opportunities and potential concerns.

Ideal Candidate Profile :

• Significant leadership experience in international B2B events, preferably in healthcare, life sciences, or high-growth sectors.
• 10+ years of experience in international event management, including at least 3 years in a director-level role.
• Proven track record of delivering and scaling large-scale conferences and exhibitions.
• Deep understanding of commercial strategy, marketing alignment, and government / stakeholder engagement.
• Demonstrated P&L ownership and team management at a senior level.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Flexible, proactive, and results-oriented with the ability to manage complex projects under pressure.
• Industry experience in healthcare, energy, technology, or other high-impact sectors is a plus.
• Willingness to travel and engage with global markets and networks.

If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for impactful, large-scale events and are ready to lead a global platform, we’d love to hear from you.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Sales and Business Development
• Events Services

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