Travel-Ready Event Account Manager (KL)

Light Up 7 Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Light Up 7 is a full-service brand activation agency seeking a client-focused Event Account Manager to lead projects from brief to execution in Kuala Lumpur, with travel to events as required. You will act as the main liaison between clients, internal teams, and operations to ensure clear communication, timelines, and successful delivery.

The role requires managing multiple client accounts, leading proposals, coordinating with operations on event logistics, and ensuring on-site coordination and

Qualifications

• 2–4+ years of experience in event/project management, agency work, or client servicing.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task under pressure.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written & spoken).
• Decision-making and problem-solving skills are a must, especially in fast-turnaround situations.
• Ability to continuously bring fresh, innovative ideas to elevate event experiences.
• Skilled in Google Suite and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Act as the key point of contact for clients throughout the planning, creative, and execution process.
• Understand client goals, translate them into actionable event briefs, and provide guidance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Present, refine, and follow up on creative proposals based on client feedback while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Handle post-event follow-ups and maintain ongoing rapport with key clients.
• Lead and work closely with the operations team to manage end-to-end execution of events, including corporate events, conferences, seminars, activations, exhibitions, fairs, forums, brand launches, and other event-related projects.
• Oversee production timelines, budgets, deliverables, documentation, and team coordination to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Support and guide the development of creative decks, pitches, proposals, event flows, and project planning materials.
• Troubleshoot on-site issues and ensure smooth event operations during setup, rehearsals, event day, and teardown.

Skills

Client management

Project coordination

Event execution

Strategic servicing

Multitasking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Light Up 7 is a full-service brand activation agency seeking a client-focused Event Account Manager to lead projects from brief to execution in Kuala Lumpur, with travel to events as required. You will act as the main liaison between clients, internal teams, and operations to ensure clear communication, timelines, and successful delivery.

The role requires managing multiple client accounts, leading proposals, coordinating with operations on event logistics, and ensuring on-site coordination and