Senior Conference Producer - 6 Month Contract

Tahaluf; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic event production company is seeking a Senior Conference Producer to manage conference programmes, engage with speakers, and conduct market research. This role is crucial for delivering high-quality events within a six-month contract. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in conference production, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse professionals. Join our team to help shape impactful industry gatherings.

Benefits

Supportive environment

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Flexibility in the workplace

Qualifications

• Significant experience in conference production.
• Speaks and writes clearly and fluently in English.
• Commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Manage speakers and order of show on-site at the event.
• Produce conference programmes and liaise with professionals.
• Conduct post-show analysis of events.

Skills

Conference production

Public speaking

Project management

Research skills

Copywriting skills

Education

Degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Conference Producer to join the team who can demonstrate they have their finger on the pulse of our fast-paced and ever-changing industry. Covering a maternity leave, we are looking for someone to join our high energy team between December 1st 2025 to May 31st 2026.

What you will do

You will be confident in speaking to expert speakers from all over the world and selling the unique opportunity to showcase their knowledge and expertise at our event. With meticulous organisational skills, you will be responsible for managing the speakers and order of show on-site at the event.

Conference Production

• Produce high-level relevant industry conference programmes.
• Liaise with key professionals / institutions and companies in the production of conference programmes.
• Engage with recommended speakers and confirm their attendance.
• Ensure the speaker database is updated to provide current and accurate speaker lists and files for event management.
• Prepare and communicate creative brief documents to the Marketing team.
• Prepare and lead telesales briefs and set follow-up meetings to track progress.
• Ensure all CME / CPD application forms and supporting documentation are completed online within deadlines.
• Assist providing leads to the sponsorship team and attend sales meetings as appropriate.
• Mentor other conference producers within the team.
• Conduct a post-show analysis of the event including job title analysis

Market Research and Industry Networks

• Effectively research topics with relevant industry professionals and the target market.
• Develop new conference ideas and programme content through meetings and tele-research with key experts.
• Collaborate with the Director and other sales team members to generate ideas for enhancing the conference portfolio, ideally recommending at least 2 new conference tracks per existing event.
• Identify key opinion leaders / institutions and companies related to the event.
• Maintain existing and build new relationships develop a conference with topics and speakers.
• Be able to provide a list of hospitals that are leaders in specialist areas relating to the event.
• Look at additional add-ons and other ways of attracting more delegates i.e. workshops, poster sessions, partnering with associations etc.

Speaker & Delegate Liaison

• Liaise and network with speakers, exhibitors and delegates on-site to maintain customer service standards, resolve queries and gain feedback, targeting at least 10 meetings per event day.
• Assist with onsite duties as required for the duration of the event, which may require longer working hours

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent.
• Significant experience in conference production.
• Speaks and writes clearly and fluently in English to both individuals and groups.
• Computer literate and proficient in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Commercial awareness.
• Research based role.
• Copywriting skills.
• Brand and market awareness.

Additional Information

• Please note that this is a 6 month contract role

We work hard to make sure life at Tahaluf is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. We’re not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. We don't just accept difference, we celebrate it. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and circumstances and base hiring decisions on relevant qualifications and merit. We are proud to provide a disability-friendly environment. If you require any support or adjustments to participate in our interview or selection processes, please let us know.