Conference and Training Events Senior Manager (Johor, Malaysia)

Trades Workforce Solutions; Johor; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading corporate training firm seeks an Events & Business Development Manager to spearhead growth in Malaysia and Singapore. The successful candidate will lead event initiatives, plan major events, and develop HRD Corp-approved training programs. Candidates should possess 5–8 years of event management experience, strong stakeholder engagement skills, and a Bachelor's Degree in a related field. This role offers competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance incentives

Opportunity to build a regional events portfolio

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in event management, conference production, or corporate learning environments.
• Proven ability to plan and execute corporate or professional events across Malaysia or Singapore.
• Familiarity with HRD Corp training frameworks and claimable program approvals.

Responsibilities

• Lead SQC’s event and business development initiatives in Malaysia and Singapore.
• Plan and deliver an annual calendar of 4–6 major events.
• Develop HRD Corp‑approved learning and development programs.

Skills

Event management expertise

Strong stakeholder engagement

Negotiation skills

Business acumen

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Event Management, Business, Marketing, or related field

Job description

Location: Johor, Malaysia
Reports To: Vice President, Business Development and Strategic Partnership, SQC (Singapore)

About the Role

SQC is expanding its presence in Malaysia and Singapore to become a leader in corporate events, learning experiences, and professional development programs.
We are seeking a passionate and entrepreneurial Events & Business Development Manager to spearhead this growth — from market setup and partnership development to the planning and execution of multiple high-impact events annually.

This is a strategic and hands‑on role ideal for someone with strong event management expertise, business acumen, and a keen understanding of HRD Corp mechanisms for training programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead SQC’s event and business development initiatives in Malaysia and Singapore, based from the Johor office.
• Plan and deliver an annual calendar of 4–6 major events such as summits, leadership forums, masterclasses, symposiums, and corporate training programs.
• Develop HRD Corp‑approved learning and development programs and ensure compliance with local regulations.
• Build and manage strategic partnerships with corporates, training bodies, government agencies, and industry associations.
• Drive event profitability through sponsorships, ticketing, and partnership models.
• Oversee end‑to‑end event management — concept creation, budgeting, marketing, logistics, and on‑site execution.
• Collaborate with the Singapore HQ team to co‑create regional events and ensure consistent brand presence.
• Lead a small events and support team; build systems for performance tracking and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Event Management, Business, Marketing, or related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in event management, conference production, or corporate learning environments.
• Proven ability to plan and execute corporate or professional events across Malaysia or Singapore.
• Familiarity with HRD Corp training frameworks and claimable program approvals.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Entrepreneurial, resourceful, and comfortable working in a fast‑growing, cross‑border setup.
• Proficient in English.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to build and lead SQC’s events portfolio across Malaysia, Singapore and SEA.
• Exposure to regional clients, speakers, and partners in the corporate learning space.
• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• A chance to shape a premium events and learning brand from the ground up.