Senior Corporate Event Planner – Pretoria

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 280,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses based on event success

Career growth and development

Dynamic, collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria seeks a Corporate Event Planner to design, coordinate, and execute a wide range of corporate events from conferences to galas. You will manage budgets, source venues and vendors, and oversee on-site coordination to deliver exceptional experiences aligned with client objectives.

You will collaborate with catering, marketing, and sales teams, ensure regulatory compliance, and conduct post-event analysis to identify improvements.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in corporate event planning, preferably in Pretoria.
• Experience budgeting and negotiating vendor contracts.
• Strong understanding of event logistics, production, and on-site management.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and client management skills.
• Proficiency with event management software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and execute corporate events for clients in Pretoria, meeting objectives.
• Develop detailed proposals, budgets, and timelines; manage throughout planning.
• Source and negotiate with venues, caterers, and vendors for best services and pricing.
• Manage client relationships, understanding needs and ensuring vision is realized.
• Oversee event logistics including registration, AV requirements, staffing, and on-site management.
• Coordinate with catering, marketing, and sales teams to ensure seamless delivery.
• Conduct post-event evaluations and prepare reports on successes and improvements.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Vendor negotiation

Budget management

Client management

Tools

Event management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Placements24 in Pretoria seeks a Corporate Event Planner to design, coordinate, and execute a wide range of corporate events from conferences to galas. You will manage budgets, source venues and vendors, and oversee on-site coordination to deliver exceptional experiences aligned with client objectives.

You will collaborate with catering, marketing, and sales teams, ensure regulatory compliance, and conduct post-event analysis to identify improvements.