Event Manager, UAE

Sfors; Dubai; Remote; AED 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Corporate housing support

Health insurance

Wellness program (psychological支持)

Gym/fitness reimbursement

Education/certification reimbursement

Internal education and cultural events

Job summary

SFORS in Dubai is seeking an energetic Event Manager to design, plan, and deliver a broad range of internal and external corporate events that reinforce our values and culture. You will drive employee engagement, coordinate venues, vendors, and logistics, and help create memorable experiences for the workforce.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, budget management, and measuring event impact to continuously improve our programs.

Qualifications

• Experience in Event Management, Corporate Culture, or related roles.
• Proven ability to independently plan and deliver multiple events from start to finish.
• Experience coordinating with external vendors and service providers.
• Experience managing event budgets and keeping costs under control.
• Creative thinking to design events reflecting company values and culture.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and execute internal and external corporate events (parties, holidays, team-building, offsite events, workshops).
• Coordinate logistics, venues, scheduling, vendors and on-site execution.
• Organize branded merchandise for events and employees.
• Drive employee engagement and welcome new team members.

Skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Communication

Vendor management

Negotiation

Multi-project handling

Event analytics

Local market knowledge

Job description

Hello!

We are SFORS - a trading company where traders become successful!

We specialize in trading on global financial markets and are one of the key players in the proprietary trading industry, as well as a leader in premarket trading.

For the past 20 years, the company has achieved consistent success in the stock market through significant investments in trader development, advanced trading technologies, a progressive risk management model, and the creation of effective trading strategies, all of which help traders achieve success.

SFORS operates exclusively with its own capital and does not raise or manage external investments.

As our team continues to grow, we are looking for an Event Manager to join our office in Dubai.

Work format: Offsite

About the Role

We are looking for a creative, proactive, and highly organized Event Manager to drive employee engagement and strengthen our corporate culture through memorable internal events and initiatives. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, planning, and delivering a wide range of corporate events while ensuring they reflect our company values and contribute to an outstanding employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

Event Planning & Delivery

• Plan, organize, and execute a variety of internal and external corporate events, including company parties, holiday celebrations, team-building activities, offsite events, workshops, excursions, and other employee engagement initiatives.
• Coordinate all aspects of event delivery, including logistics, venue selection, scheduling, vendor management, and on-site execution.
• Organize and coordinate branded merchandise for employees and corporate events.
• Encourage employee participation and engagement, with a particular focus on welcoming and integrating new team members.

Event Analysis & Performance Evaluation

• Evaluate the effectiveness of corporate events through surveys, feedback collection, and data analysis.
• Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of corporate events.
• Collect and analyze event-related data and metrics to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and enhance future initiatives.

Vendor Management

• Build and maintain relationships with event agencies, venues, suppliers, and other service providers.
• Coordinate vendor selection processes, including tenders and negotiations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely contract execution and compliance.

Budget Management

• Prepare and manage event budgets.
• Monitor event-related expenses and ensure cost-effective execution.
• Create and process payment requests while working closely with the Finance team to ensure timely and accurate payments.

Internal Communications

• Coordinate communication related to corporate events across internal communication channels.
• Prepare engaging event announcements and promotional materials.
• Partner with the Communications team to maximize employee awareness and participation.

Requirements

Experience

• Previous experience in Event Management, Corporate Culture, Employee Experience, Internal Communications, or a similar role.
• Proven track record of independently managing multiple events from planning through execution.
• Experience working with external vendors and service providers.
• Experience managing event budgets.
• Creative thinking: Ability to generate innovative event concepts that reflect and reinforce the company's values, culture, and mission.

Skills

• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Creative mindset with the ability to generate innovative event concepts.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Analytical approach with the ability to evaluate event performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Good understanding of the local vendor and event services market.

Language

• Upper-Intermediate (B2) or higher level of English.
• Proficiency in Ukrainian would be a plus

What We Offer

• Competitive and performance-aligned compensation package.
• Clear opportunities for long-term professional growth and strategic career development.
• A high-trust, collaborative environment with a strong ownership culture.
• Direct exposure to business decision-making with an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

In Addition, We Provide

• Corporate housing access - up to 2-3 weeks of free accommodation per year in Larnaca (Cyprus) for vacations, business trips, or work-related travel.
• Comprehensive health insurance, including annual medical check-ups.
• Psychological support program (up to four sessions per month).
• Partial compensation for tennis training, gym memberships, other sports activities, rehabilitation, massages, and participation in competitions, including international events.
• Partial reimbursement for external professional education and certifications.
• Full access to internal educational, cultural, and entertainment initiatives, including guest lectures.