Senior Manager - Events Management

Michael Page International (HK) Ltd; Hong Kong Island; On-site; HKD 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

The Council of the Hong Kong Laureate Forum Limited in Hong Kong is seeking a Senior Manager - Events Management to lead planning and delivery of high-profile cultural and public engagement projects.

You will coordinate diverse internal and external partners, oversee exhibitions, manage budgets, and drive governance, reporting and risk mitigation to ensure timely, high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline is required.
• Minimum 15 years of project management experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience in planning, budgeting, reporting, stakeholder management and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, development, implementation and ongoing review of large-scale projects including exhibitions, public programs and engagement initiatives.
• Drive project execution and oversee all delivery phases to meet objectives, timelines, budgets and quality standards.
• Coordinate and manage project partners, consultants, vendors and other stakeholders.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project leadership

Budgeting

Risk management

Communication

English

Cantonese

Mandarin (adv)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Manager - Events Management to lead the planning and delivery of a high-profile, large-scale cultural and public engagement project. This role will focus on project coordination, stakeholder management, exhibition delivery, and operational execution, working closely with a diverse group of internal and external partners.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Manager - Events Management to lead the planning and delivery of a high-profile, large-scale cultural and public engagement project. This role will focus on project coordination, stakeholder management, exhibition delivery, and operational execution, working closely with a diverse group of internal and external partners.

Description

• Lead the planning, development, implementation and ongoing review of large-scale projects including exhibitions, public programs and engagement initiatives.
• Drive project execution and oversee all phases of delivery to ensure alignment with objectives, timelines, budgets and quality standards.
• Coordinate and manage project partners, consultants, vendors and other stakeholders.
• Facilitate regular project meetings and drive progress against agreed deliverables and milestones.
• Collaborate across multiple departments and external organizations to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Monitor project performance and prepare reports, updates, and recommendations for senior management.
• Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies and ensure compliance with governance and operational requirements.
• Support additional strategic initiatives and special projects as required.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline. Background in Arts, History, Cultural Studies, Heritage, Museum Studies, Project Management, or related fields is highly preferred.
• Strong experience and interest in arts, culture, history, heritage, or public engagement projects.
• Minimum 15 years of project management experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership capacity managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
• Proven experience in project planning, budgeting, reporting, stakeholder management, and risk management.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and workstreams within a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional stakeholder management, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and a collaborative working style.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and spoken English and Cantonese. Fluency in Mandarin is an advantage.

The Council of the Hong Kong Laureate Forum Limited

Sha Tin District, HK