Senior Event Manager

Elements me events; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Elements me events in Dubai is seeking a Senior Event Manager to lead and own complex events from concept to delivery. You will manage internal teams, suppliers and clients, ensuring flawless execution and profitability.

The role requires 6+ years of event management, strong leadership, and exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced Dubai environment.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of event management experience.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong leadership to guide suppliers and crews.
• Excellent client-facing, communication and presentation skills.
• Outstanding organizational and project-management abilities.
• Solid understanding of event operations.
• Calm, decisive and solution-oriented under pressure.
• UAE event industry experience is a plus; driving license a plus.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage events from brief and concept through planning, production and execution.
• Take full ownership of assigned projects with minimal supervision.
• Lead and coordinate internal teams and event crews.
• Act as main client contact and manage relationships.
• Develop event concepts, proposals, presentations, budgets and timelines.
• Manage project budgets, quotations and profitability.
• Coordinate with project team for venues, suppliers, production, AV, branding and logistics.
• Lead site visits, rehearsals, installations, event days and dismantling.
• Make decisions and solve problems on-site quickly and confidently.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to high standards.
• Conduct post-event evaluations, reconciliations and client follow-ups.

Skills

Independent ownership

Leadership

Client-facing

Budgeting

Communication

Organization

Event operations

Vendor management

Job description

We are looking for an experienced, confident and hands-on Senior Event Manager to join our team in Dubai. We’re looking for someone who can take ownership, work independently and lead — from receiving the initial client brief all the way through to successful event delivery.

The Role

As a Senior Event Manager, you will independently manage projects from concept to completion while leading internal teams, suppliers and partners to ensure exceptional delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently manage events from brief and concept through planning, production and execution
• Take full ownership of assigned projects with minimal supervision
• Lead and coordinate internal teams, and event crews
• Act as the main point of contact for clients and confidently manage client relationships
• Develop event concepts, proposals, presentations, budgets and timelines
• Manage project budgets, quotations and overall profitability
• Coordinate With Project Team for venues, suppliers, production, AV, branding, entertainment and logistics
• Lead site visits, rehearsals, installations, event days and dismantling
• Make decisions and solve problems quickly and confidently on-site
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest standard
• Conduct post-event evaluations, reconciliations and client follow-ups

What We’re Looking For

• 6+ years of event management experience
• Proven ability to work independently and take full ownership of projects
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead suppliers and event crews
• Strong client-facing, communication and presentation skills
• Excellent organizational and project-management abilities
• Good understanding of event operations
• Ability to remain calm, decisive and solution-oriented under pressure
• Excellent attention to detail
• UAE event industry experience is a plus
• Must have a valid driving license and own a car

Who You Are

You are a leader and a problem solver who can take ownership and work independently without needing constant supervision.

At the same time, you are a team player who understands that great events are delivered through collaboration. You are supportive of your colleagues, willing to step in when needed and contribute positively to the wider team.

You are well organized, structured and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while keeping projects, teams and clients on track.

Most importantly, you bring the right combination of ownership, leadership, teamwork, organization and a can-do attitude to every project.