Senior Events Coordinator

MDLBEAST; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the events sector seeks a Senior Event Coordinator to enhance their Venues Events & Programming Team. The role focuses on converting leads into successful events, maintaining client relationships, and supporting strategic programming initiatives. Candidates should have substantial experience in event coordination and a solid understanding of client management processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in event coordination or venue sales.
• Strong understanding of event logistics and sales funnels.
• Proficiency in CRM/event sales platforms required.

Responsibilities

• Manage event inquiries and convert leads into bookings.
• Establish and maintain client relationships.
• Prepare reports, sales forecasts, and performance updates.

Skills

Event logistics

Client service excellence

Sales skills

CRM proficiency

Tools

OPERA

Sales & CRM platforms

Job description

We are looking for a dynamic and detail-driven Senior Event Coordinator to join our Venues Events & Programming Team, supporting a cluster of premium venues. This role bridges creative planning, operational delivery, and commercial excellence. You will be responsible for converting leads into successful events, supporting post-event client retention, and providing end-to-end support under the guidance of the Senior Events Programming Manager.

Job requirements

Key Responsibilities:

Sales & Business Development – Proactive & Reactive Events Sales

Actively manage all event inquiries and logs into the Venues Diaries

Cluster Venues Diary Management

Convert leads into confirmed bookings through persuasive sales techniques and tailored proposals.

Conduct site visits and client consultations to showcase venues offerings.

Maintain and grow client databases by building strong relationships with corporate, private, and agency clients.

Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.

Client Account Management

Establish and maintain long-term client relationships through post-event follow-up and feedback collection.

Open and maintain client accounts in the CRM system for long-term engagement and marketing touch-points.

Support repeat business through consistent service and communication.

Provide direct support to theSenior Events Programming Managerin strategy rollouts, project execution, and programming initiatives.

Contribute ideas to venue programming calendars, activations, and seasonal campaigns.

Prepare reports, sales forecasts, and performance updates as required.

Administrative & Operational Duties

Maintain CRM data entry accuracy (OPERA or similar systems).

Assist in creating event decks, floor plans, and sales materials.

Participate in training, team meetings, and cross-functional briefings.

Knowledge & Experience

Minimum 3–5 years of experience in event coordination or venue sales, preferably in a luxury or high-volume environment.

Strong understanding of event logistics, sales funnels, and client service excellence.

Proficiency in CRM/event sales platforms (Opera S&C, Delphi, or similar).