Job Overview

WhizzHR is hiring an Event Manager to work with a leading Travel/Event company in Dubai! We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Event Manager to lead the planning, execution, and financial oversight of our diverse portfolio of corporate events, conferences, and exhibitions within the MICE industry. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with proven leadership skills, exceptional financial acumen, and a successful track record of delivering high-impact events both locally and remotely.

Company Overview

Whizz HR is a human resources company that provides recruitment services. The company is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and assists businesses in finding and hiring qualified professionals for various roles.

Quick Details

Salary Range: Market Competitive
Job Type: Full-time
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree
Experience: 4-5 years

Key Responsibilities

Define the strategy, scope, objectives, and success metrics for all assigned events.
Develop, manage, and reconcile high-level event budgets (including P&L accountability).
Lead and direct event coordinators, temporary staff, and cross-functional teams, delegating tasks and managing workloads to ensure project milestones are met on schedule.
Negotiate and finalize contracts with venues, vendors, and suppliers.
Ensure rigorous adherence to all local regulations, permits, health and safety standards, and company policies, proactively identifying and mitigating potential event risks.
Direct all phases of event execution (pre-event, onsite, and post-event).

Requirements

University Degree in Event Management, Tourism Management, Marketing, or a related field.
Minimum 4-5 years of progressive, relevant experience in the MICE industry or corporate event management.
Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and motivate project teams (internal and external) to achieve successful event outcomes.
Preferably residing in Dubai, UAE, with strong knowledge of local venues and suppliers.
Excellent command of both written and spoken English is mandatory; proficiency in Arabic or another language is a strong asset.
Expert working knowledge of MS OFFICE Suite and relevant project management or event planning software (e.g., budgeting tools, registration platforms).

Benefits

Not Specified

Event Manager