Job Description

Position:

Global Event Lead

Location:

Dubai / Flexible for business trip

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Role Overview:

We are looking for a Global Event Lead to lead and execute high-impact, large-scale brand events across international markets. This role will be responsible for planning and delivering global brand sponsorship ceremonies, anniversary celebrations, gala dinners, VIP incentive trips, and high-level client events, ensuring strong brand presence, cultural relevance, and cost-effective execution. You will work closely with internal teams and external agencies to turn strategic objectives into unforgettable, premium event experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

Global Event Planning & Execution

Plan, manage, and execute large-scale global events, including: Major brand sponsorship ceremonies Anniversary celebrations & milestone events GALA dinners & high-end networking events VIP incentive trips & client hospitality programs Own the end-to-end event lifecycle: concept, budgeting, vendor sourcing, execution, and post-event evaluation. Ensure events align with global brand positioning while adapting to local cultural contexts.

Agency & Vendor Management

Work closely with global and local event agencies to deliver complex, multi-stakeholder events. Lead agency briefings, proposals, cost negotiations, timelines, and quality control. Build a reliable global agency & supplier network to ensure scalability and consistency.

Budget & Cost Efficiency

Develop and manage event budgets with a strong focus on ROI and cost-effectiveness. Optimize resources to deliver high-quality, premium experiences at the best possible cost. Track expenses and ensure transparent financial reporting.

Cross-Cultural & Global Coordination

Demonstrate strong understanding of global cultures, etiquette, and regional event expectations. Coordinate with internal teams across regions (Branding, Social Media, PR, Sales, Compliance). Manage events across different time zones, languages, and cultural environments.

Innovation & Industry Awareness

Bring innovative thinking to event formats, engagement methods, and brand storytelling. Apply experience or knowledge from Web3.0, crypto, fintech, or emerging tech industries to modern event concepts. Stay updated on global event trends, technologies, and experiential marketing best practices.

Requirements and Skills:

3+ years of experience in corporate event management, preferably with global or regional responsibilities. Proven experience delivering large-scale brand events, sponsorship ceremonies, GALA dinners, or VIP events. Strong background working with event agencies on complex, high-budget projects. Experience in Web3.0 / crypto / fintech / tech industry events is a strong plus.

Skills & Competencies

Excellent project management and organizational skills. Strong communication and negotiation abilities; confident in dealing with senior stakeholders. Highly self-driven and proactive, able to manage multiple events independently. Strong sense of cost control and value creation. Culturally sensitive, globally minded, and adaptable.
Job Type: Full-time