Senior Luxury Event Lead | End-to-End Execution

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Event Coordinator to lead luxury event planning and flawless on-site execution. You will manage client relationships, coordinate with culinary, logistics, and service teams, and oversee vendors from concept to breakdown.

The ideal candidate brings a track record in high-end events, exceptional organization, and a proactive problem-solving approach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Event Management, Marketing, or related field.
• Extensive experience in luxury/high-end event planning.
• Strong ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficient in event management software and tools.
• Willing to work evenings and weekends in Randburg, Gauteng.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end planning and execution of luxury events.
• Serve as primary client contact and ensure vision is realized.
• Prepare event proposals, timelines, budgets, and logistics.
• Coordinate chefs, service staff, and internal departments.
• Source and manage external vendors.
• Oversee setup, execution, and breakdown.

Skills

Event planning

Vendor management

Client liaison

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management / Event Management / Marketing

Tools

Event management software

Job description

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Event Coordinator to lead luxury event planning and flawless on-site execution. You will manage client relationships, coordinate with culinary, logistics, and service teams, and oversee vendors from concept to breakdown.

The ideal candidate brings a track record in high-end events, exceptional organization, and a proactive problem-solving approach.