Events Business Development Manager

Dubai, DU, AE, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

Role Purpose



To drive HOX into the

full events market

by winning end-to-end event projects through exceptional conceptual thinking, powerful proposals, strong client relationships, and confident delivery management.
This is a

self-driven, creative, commercially sharp winner

who knows how to convert ideas into revenue.

Key Responsibilities1. Business Development & Client Acquisition



Identify, pursue, and close opportunities in corporate events, activations, exhibitions, launches, conferences, and experiential campaigns. Build strong relationships with agencies, corporates, venues, vendors, and decision-makers. Attend industry events, networking sessions, and exhibitions to generate leads. Prepare and deliver persuasive client pitches.

2. Creative Concept Development



Build event concepts from scratch: theme, flow, spatial layout, and experience points. Produce

moodboards

, visual direction boards, and creative outlines. Guide the creative process with HOX's design team and external creatives where required.

3. Proposal & Pitch Deck Creation



Prepare high-quality proposals, capability documents, and pitch decks. Articulate ideas visually and verbally with clarity and impact. Coordinate internally with design/production to align concepts with feasibility.

4. Costing & Vendor Coordination



Prepare detailed cost estimates for event projects. Source and manage vendors (AV, lighting, entertainment, decor, staffing, technology, F&B, etc.). Negotiate rates and ensure profitable margins. Work closely with HOX production to integrate fabrication seamlessly into proposals.

5. Project Handling & Client Management



Oversee event pipeline from inquiry ? pitch ? production ? execution ? closing. Conduct site visits, technical meetings, and vendor briefings. Ensure smooth event delivery and client satisfaction. Handle reporting, invoicing follow-ups, and closures.

6. Autonomy & Leadership



Operate independently, self-manage tasks, and own project outcomes. Drive internal progress without being micromanaged. Bring energy, creativity, and competitive hunger to the team.

Must-Haves



3-6 years of

events/experiential agency

experience in Dubai/UAE. Ability to build strong proposals and clear concepts. Confident in making moodboards and visual direction decks. Proven track record in closing event projects. Strong vendor network and production understanding. Solid costing and budget-control ability. Excellent English communication and pitching confidence. Self-motivated, proactive, and driven.

Ideal Personality



Bold. Ambitious. Results-oriented. Thrives under autonomy. Thinks creatively and commercially. Takes full ownership of pipeline and delivery.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED9,000.00 - AED12,000.00 per month

Experience:

events: 5 years (Required)
Language:

English (Required)
License/Certification:

driving license (Required)
Location:

* Dubai (Required)

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2163582
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Dubai, DU, AE, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
    Not mentioned