Event Business Director

ASPIRE GLOBAL NETWORK PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global business in Singapore is seeking an experienced Head of Events to lead their team and manage client-facing event production. The role requires over 7 years of experience in event management, with strong leadership and communication skills. You will develop an annual events strategy, manage budgets, and oversee the entire event lifecycle, ensuring compliance with operational standards. The position offers great career growth and autonomy in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in event management, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven success managing multiple events.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an annual events strategy aligned with company goals.
• Manage and mentor the events team, including coordinators, managers, and external vendors.
• Oversee venue sourcing, contract negotiations, logistics, run-of-show, and post-event reporting.

Skills

Event management

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Contract negotiation

Budgeting

Vendor management

Problem-solving

Experience in experiential marketing

Tools

Cvent

Splash

HubSpot Events

CRM tools

Job description

This is a unique, brand new role with a global business looking for their next hire. This is a special opportunity, offering fantastic career growth, a brilliant environment and autonomy.

The Head of Events is responsible for leading Singapore team, and as the key client facing person for the business you will be hands in event production and working with clients. The Head of Events oversees the event operations team, manages event budgets, and collaborates across departments to drive event success.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an annual events strategy aligned with company goals.
• Define KPIs and success metrics for all events.
• Identify opportunities for new event formats, partnerships, and audience expansion.
• Lead end-to-end planning for client events
• Oversee venue sourcing, contract negotiations, logistics, run-of-show, and post-event reporting.
• Ensure each event meets branding, operational, and compliance standards.

Team Management

• Manage and mentor the events team, including coordinators, managers, and external vendors.
• Allocate tasks, set goals, and monitor performance.
• Build a high-performing team culture centered on quality, efficiency, and innovation.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in event management, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven success managing multiple events.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Expertise in contract negotiation, budgeting, and vendor management.
• Proficiency with event software (e.g., Cvent, Splash, HubSpot Events, CRM tools).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Familiarity with experiential marketing, brand activations, or product launches.

If this sounds like you, please apply directly with your CV attached to our consultant at [e-mail] and we will be in touch if the role is a right fit.