Mantra Communication Hiring! Full Time Senior Event Manager in Selangor - Ricebowl

Company Description Mantra Communication Sdn Bhd is an integrated brand communication agency that combines advertising, design, events, digital, and social media services under one roof. The company focuses on helping brands reach their customers and achieve business objectives through strategic, creative solutions. Mantra’s work is driven by a strong understanding of consumer behavior, translating insights into compelling brand experiences. By aligning creativity with commercial outcomes, Mantra aims to help clients win customer hearts and drive trial and purchase. The organization values innovative thinking, collaboration, and results-oriented execution.
Role Description The Senior Event Manager is a full-time role based in Petaling Jaya with a hybrid work arrangement that allows some work-from-home flexibility. This role is responsible for leading the end-to-end planning, management, and execution of events, from concept development and budgeting to on-site coordination and post-event evaluation. The Senior Event Manager will collaborate closely with clients to understand their objectives, create event strategies and proposals, and ensure brand consistency across all touchpoints. Day-to-day tasks include managing timelines and resources, overseeing vendors and production partners, coordinating internal creative and digital teams, and resolving operational issues to deliver high-quality events on schedule and within budget. The role also involves mentoring junior team members, maintaining strong client relationships, and contributing to new business pitches and event innovation.
Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong event planning and project management skills, including experience in end-to-end event execution and budgeting.
• Candidates should possess client management and communication skills, with the ability to interpret client needs, present proposals, and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Candidates should possess vendor and operations management skills, including negotiating with suppliers, coordinating logistics, and overseeing on-site event delivery.
• Candidates should possess creative and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to develop event concepts aligned with brand and business objectives.
• Candidates should possess leadership and team collaboration skills, including mentoring junior staff and working effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Relevant qualifications such as a diploma or degree in Events Management, Marketing, Communications, or a related field are beneficial.
• Several years of experience in event management, preferably in an agency or integrated communications environment, is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in basic office and project management tools, attention to detail, flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends for events, and fluency in written and spoken English are advantageous.