- Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory Malaysia
Working Location
Job Description
Responsibilities
About the Role
The Event Manager is responsible for delivering exceptional events that exceed client expectations. From initial brief to final de-brief, you will own the full event lifecycle — planning, logistics, vendor management, and flawless on-day execution. You thrive under pressure, love the energy of live events, and have an eye for detail that ensures nothing slips through the cracks.
Key Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end planning and execution of client events — corporate dinners, product launches, brand activations, roadshows, award nights, and press conferences
Develop event concepts, run-of-show (ROS) scripts, floor plans, and production timelines
Source, negotiate with, and manage vendors — AV, staging, catering, décor, photography, printing
Prepare and manage event budgets, cost sheets, and post-event reconciliations
Coordinate with the Creative Director on event theming, branding, and visual design
Handle emcee, speaker, and talent briefings and on-site coordination
Lead on-site crew and manage event logistics on the day of event
Liaise directly with clients from planning through to post-event debrief
Coordinate event content capture (photography/video) and post-event social amplification brief
Maintain vendor relationships and continuously build the company's preferred vendor database
What We're Looking For
Minimum 3 years of event management experience, agency or in-house
Demonstrated track record managing events from MYR 30,000 to MYR 500,000 in scale
Strong vendor network in Klang Valley (AV, F&B, venues, décor)
Excellent project management skills — proficient in Gantt charts, timelines, and task tools
Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting to clients
Ability to remain calm and problem-solve under high-pressure, fast-changing event conditions
Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays when events require
Proficient in Microsoft Office / Google Workspace (Excel budget sheets, Docs, Slides)
Nice to Have
Experience with HRDF-claimable event formats or corporate teambuilding
Network of emcees, performers, and event talent
Basic understanding of social media content capture for events
How We Measure Success (KPIs)
On-time and on-budget event delivery rate
Client satisfaction score per event (target: 4.5/5 or above)
Number of events successfully managed per month
Vendor cost savings vs. budget (target: within 5% variance)
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