Event Director [SCHR]

MCI Events & Productions; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

MCI Events & Productions in Singapore is seeking an experienced Event Director focused on sales and business development. You will lead client acquisition, pitch strategic solutions, and drive revenue while delivering exceptional event experiences.

Responsibilities span from prospecting and securing new clients to end-to-end project management, budgeting, on-site execution, and post-event analysis. This role demands strong leadership and a proven track record in events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in event-related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in event management with proven client acquisition.
• Experience managing multiple projects under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Actively prospect, pitch, and secure new clients for events to achieve revenue targets.
• Manage end-to-end event lifecycle from concept to completion.
• Develop event timelines, budgets, and production schedules.
• Coordinate with vendors, venues, and internal teams to ensure delivery.
• Monitor budgets, quotations, and profitability.
• Oversee on-site operations and post-event evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.

Skills

Sales

Client acquisition

Event management

Project management

Budgeting & pricing

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Event Management, Marketing, Business, Hospitality

Job description

Job Opportunity: Event Director (Sales & Business Development Focus)

Are you passionate about creating exceptional events, driving revenue, and delivering memorable experiences?

We are looking for a highly organized, creative, and results-driven Event Director to join our growing team. In this role, you won't just manage events from concept to completion — you will also play a pivotal role in sourcing new clients, pitching strategic event solutions, and bringing in new sales to drive our business growth. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have aproven talent for commercial success and project management, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Business Development & Sales: Actively prospect, pitch, and secure new clients for dinner & dance, corporate events, roadshows, and experiential marketing projects to achieve revenue targets.
• Client Relations & Strategy: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients from initial pitch to post-event, understanding their objectives, and providing strategic, high-value event solutions.
• Project Lifecycle Management: Manage the end-to-end planning, coordination, and execution of secured events from concept to completion.
• Planning & Scheduling: Develop comprehensive event timelines, project plans, budgets, and production schedules.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Coordinate closely with internal departments, vendors, contractors, venues, and suppliers to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Financial Management: Monitor project budgets, quotations, purchase orders, pricing strategies, and overall event profitability.
• On-Site Operations: Conduct thorough site inspections and oversee event setup, live operations, and dismantling.
• Logistics & Manpower: Manage all event logistics, manpower deployment, transportation, and equipment requirements.
• Problem Solving: Identify and resolve operational issues promptly to ensure successful event execution.
• Relationship Building: Build and maintain strong, lasting relationships with clients, partners, and suppliers to foster repeat business and referrals.
• Post-Event Evaluation: Prepare detailed post-event reports, evaluations, and strategic recommendations for future improvements.
• Compliance & Standards: Ensure strict compliance with workplace safety regulations and company quality standards.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Event Management, Marketing, Business, Hospitality, or a related discipline.
• Experience: Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in event management, exhibitions, conferences, dinner & dance or a related industry, with a demonstrated history of client acquisition and sales.
• Project Acumen: Proven track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.

Core Competencies

• Strong commercial acumen with a proven ability to drive sales and win new accounts.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong budgeting, pricing, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and autonomously.

Preferred Skills

• Strong attention to detail and advanced problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent time management and multitasking capabilities.
• Positive attitude with a customer-focused, sales-driven mindset.
• Ability to lead project teams and coordinate cross-functional stakeholders.

Ready to lead unforgettable experiences and drive business growth?

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates willbe notified.