Assistant Events Manager, Greater China and APAC

Asian Private Banker; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 680,000; Full time

Job summary

Asian Private Banker is seeking an Assistant Events Manager to lead planning and execution of events and awards for wealth professionals across Greater China and APAC. You will oversee the lifecycle of events, manage budgets and timelines, and report to the Events Manager to strengthen APB's position as a premier events provider in Asia.

Responsibilities include end-to-end event planning, on-the-day oversight, sponsor liaison, supplier management, and post-event evaluation.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in B2B event management
• Mandarin with Cantonese and English proficiency
• Experience handling diverse Chinese clients and vendors
• Highly organized and process-driven
• Strong teamwork and communication
• Willingness to travel
• Understanding of Chinese business culture and client needs

Responsibilities

• Event planning and logistics for events including roundtables and large-scale gatherings.
• On-the-day oversight: venue setup, registration, speaker management, F&B, AV and production.
• Supplier partnerships: manage relationships with external suppliers across Mainland China, HK, Singapore, and other locations.
• Sponsor liaison: primary contact for sponsors; ensure deliverables meet high standards.
• Timeline management: manage timelines and deadlines for multiple events; maintain internal communication.
• Post-event evaluation: coordinate post-event reports, delegate lists, and sponsor feedback.

Skills

B2B events

Mandarin

Cantonese

English

Job description

Asian Private Banker is the leading provider of curated content, data and business planning solutions to Asia’s wealth management community.

We are seeking an Assistant Events Manager to lead the planning and execution of our events and awards programmes targeting wealth professionals in Greater China and the broader APAC region. In this role, you will play a crucial part in APB's expansion efforts focused on Greater China by overseeing the entire lifecycle of our events.

You will report directly to APB's Events Manager, managing budgets and timelines effectively to reinforce our status as a leading provider of events for the private wealth community across Asia.

Responsibilities

• Event planning and logistics : Independently manage the planning and logistics of events, including small, bespoke roundtables and medium to large-scale events accommodating over 350 participants. This includes, but is not limited to, venue sourcing and liaison, F&B, AV and production.
• On-the-day oversight : Oversee all event activities on the day of the event, including venue setup, registration, speaker management, F&B, AV and production, and staffing.
• Supplier partnerships : Foster strong relationships and serve as the primary point of contact for all external suppliers across Mainland China, Hong Kong, Singapore, and other event locations as required by business needs.
• Sponsor liaison : Act as the primary contact for event sponsors, ensuring that all event deliverables are met to the highest standards. Demonstrate exceptional client service through strong communication skills and proactive engagement.
• Timeline management : Efficiently manage timelines and deadlines for APB’s multiple event functions throughout the year, maintaining effective internal communication regarding all aspects related to event preparation.
• Post-event evaluation : Conduct thorough post-event evaluations to continuously improve APB’s event business. Coordinate post-event follow-ups, including delegate lists, post-event reports, and relevant feedback to sponsors.

Key skills and experience

• Minimum of 4+ years experience of B2B event management.
• Strong Mandarin skills, along with proficiency in Cantonese and English.
• Demonstrated experience in managing clients of diverse cultural contexts, with a focus on understanding the needs and expectations of clients and vendors within Mainland China.
• Highly organised and process-driven, capable of planning multiple events simultaneously.
• Good team player and effective communicator, skilled in collaborating with internal teams and stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel.
• A strong understanding and experience of Chinese business culture, Chinese clients’ working styles and managing demands
• Strong Mandarin skills, along with proficiency in Cantonese and English, and ability to proofread CN and EN content
• Demonstrated experience in managing clients of diverse cultural contexts, with a focus on understanding the needs and expectations of clients and vendors within Mainland China.

Asian Private Banker is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or disability.

We value people who are high achievers and strive for excellence in everything they do. We are a hard-working, passionate and fun team that enjoys a balanced life with passions outside of work. We are a diverse, multicultural company with team members from all over the world working in our office. Have a look at asianprivatebanker.com/about-us to find out more about everyone.

***Candidates must have the right to work in Hong Kong SAR***