Head of Events Singapore

Token2049; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global events organization is seeking a Head of Events to lead the planning and execution of large-scale conferences and associated events. This role demands a highly organized individual with over 8 years of experience managing complex, high-profile global events. The position includes overseeing the logistics and production for flagship events and ensuring a world-class attendee experience. Strong negotiation and vendor management skills are essential, as is the ability to work collaboratively across internal teams. Immediate start in Singapore.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience delivering large-scale conferences, exhibitions, or global events.
• Proven experience managing high-profile events with thousands of attendees.
• Strong experience working with production agencies, AV teams, and complex event logistics.
• Experience coordinating across sponsorship, marketing, and operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of flagship conferences and associated events.
• Ensure a world-class attendee experience across all event touchpoints.
• Oversee venue logistics, floorplans, and technical production.
• Oversee production agencies, vendors, and on-site logistics for seamless delivery.

Skills

Project management

Vendor management

Negotiation

Event logistics

Cross-team coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Events, Hospitality, or related field

Tools

Event management software

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Head of Events to lead the planning and delivery of large-scale global conferences for TOKEN2049 and SuperAI. This role sits at the center of our event operations, working closely with sponsorship, production, and experience teams to deliver world-class events.

The Head of Events will serve as the primary operational lead across internal teams, production agencies, and third-party vendors, ensuring seamless execution from planning through on-site delivery. This role also oversees the production and logistics of AFTER 2049, our flagship multi-day side event series surrounding TOKEN2049.

This position is ideal for someone highly organized, commercially aware, and experienced in managing complex, high-profile conferences and large-scale event programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of flagship conferences and associated events from concept through post-event delivery.
• Ensure a world-class attendee experience across all event touchpoints, including programming, venue setup, networking spaces, and partner activations.
• Develop and manage comprehensive event timelines, operational plans, and delivery schedules.
• Serve as the main point of contact for production agencies and external vendors, including staging, AV, fabrication, design, and technical suppliers.
• Oversee venue logistics, floorplans, build schedules, and technical production to ensure seamless delivery.
• Manage vendor selection, contract negotiations, and supplier performance.

AFTER 2049 Event Series

• Oversee the production and logistics of AFTER 2049, a multi-day series of curated side events taking place around TOKEN2049.
• Coordinate venues, vendors, partners, and internal teams to ensure consistent quality and operational excellence across all AFTER 2049 events.
• Manage scheduling, logistics, and production standards across multiple simultaneous venues and partners.
• Work closely with Sponsorship, Experience, Marketing, and Operations teams to ensure sponsor activations and event programming are executed to the highest standard.
• Coordinate sponsor requirements with production and experience teams to ensure smooth implementation onsite.
• Maintain clear communication and alignment across internal stakeholders throughout the event lifecycle.

Operational Leadership

• Build and refine event operations processes to support the scaling of multiple global events.
• Identify operational risks and proactively solve challenges during planning and on-site execution.
• Lead on-site event operations and coordinate teams, vendors, and agencies during event week.

Budget & Planning

• Develop and manage event budgets across production, logistics, and vendors.
• Track costs and identify efficiencies while maintaining high production quality.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience delivering large-scale conferences, exhibitions, or global events.
• Proven experience managing high-profile events with thousands of attendees.
• Strong experience working with production agencies, AV teams, and complex event logistics.
• Experience coordinating across multiple internal teams including sponsorship, marketing, and operations.
• Exceptional project management and organizational skills.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management experience.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Willingness to travel internationally and be onsite during events.

Start Date: Immediate