ASSISTANT MANAGER, MARKETING

IJM Corporation Berhad; Tasek Gelugor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

IJM Corporation Berhad is seeking an experienced Events & Partnerships Manager to lead mall events, campaigns and brand activations at The Waterfront Shoppes of The Light City. You will build sponsorships, manage budgets and coordinate with tenants, agencies and vendors to deliver high-impact campaigns.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or Event Management and 5-6 years in a similar capacity, with strong negotiation and organizational skills to drive revenue and audience

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Marketing, Event Management, or related discipline
• 5-6 years of experience in events, marketing, or venue management
• Proven track record in event planning and managing partnerships
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and execute mall events, campaigns, promotions and brand activations in line with the mall’s positioning and business objectives.
• Identify and develop revenue opportunities across sponsorships, advertising, casual leasing, venue bookings and other commercial areas.
• Build a strong pipeline of potential sponsors, advertisers, brands, corporate clients and agencies.
• Develop and maintain relationships with tenants, clients, sponsors, agencies, vendors and other stakeholders.
• Prepare proposals, presentations, quotations and agreements, while supporting negotiations and contract administration.
• Manage event logistics from planning to setup, execution and dismantling.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external parties for operational readiness and successful project execution.
• Work with Marketing to deliver integrated campaigns across digital, social media and on-ground channels.
• Monitor event budgets, costs, revenue targets and performance to ensure ROI.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends and new revenue streams.
• Track performance of events and sponsorship activities against KPIs and prepare management reports.
• Conduct post-event evaluations and recommend improvements for future activations.
• Ensure events comply with safety, mall policies and contractual obligations.
• Support the Manager in achieving departmental objectives and business growth.

Job description

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The Waterfront Shoppes of The Light City is the highlight of the masterplan. Located right at the waterfront, it offers a mouthwatering array of F&B choices and unique attractions, making it a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike. As we grow, we’re seeking people to join our team and be part of this exciting retail project.

Job Responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate and execute mall events, campaigns, promotions and brand activations in line with the mall’s positioning and business objectives.
• Identify and develop revenue opportunities across sponsorships, advertising, casual leasing, venue bookings, promotional spaces, pushcarts, pop-up lots and other commercial areas.
• Build a strong pipeline of potential sponsors, advertisers, brands, corporate clients, media agencies, event organisers and strategic partners.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with tenants, clients, sponsors, agencies, vendors, suppliers and other stakeholders.
• Prepare proposals, presentations, quotations and agreements, while supporting commercial negotiations and contract administration.
• Manage event logistics from planning and setup through execution and dismantling, ensuring timely and seamless delivery.
• Coordinate closely with internal departments and external parties to ensure operational readiness and successful project execution.
• Work with the Marketing team to deliver integrated campaigns across digital, social media, on-ground and other relevant channels.
• Monitor event budgets, project costs, revenue targets and commercial performance to ensure efficient delivery and optimal return on investment.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify emerging trends, potential clients and new revenue streams.
• Track the performance of events, sponsorships, advertising, casual leasing and venue activities against agreed KPIs.
• Prepare management reports, performance updates, commercial proposals and recommendations.
• Conduct post-event evaluations and recommend improvements to future activations, customer engagement and commercial outcomes.
• Ensure all events and commercial activities comply with safety requirements, mall policies, health guidelines and contractual obligations.
• Support the Manager in achieving departmental objectives, operational efficiency, revenue targets and overall business growth.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor Degree in Marketing, Event Management, or a related discipline.
• 5 - 6 years of experience in a similar capacity.
• Proven track record in event planning and management, strategic partnerships, sponsorships, and casual leasing.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely execution of all event activities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.