Manager - Partnerships & Events

We are representing a leading multinational organization with a strong regional footprint across the GCC. The firm operates at scale and is highly active across strategic partnerships, large-scale events, and stakeholder engagement initiatives that support both commercial growth and brand positioning.The organization is undergoing continued regional and global transformation, with a strong focus on elevating professional standards, optimizing ROI, and aligning regional initiatives with global best practices.Role OverviewThe Manager – Partnerships & Events will play a pivotal role in leading and delivering high-profile partnerships and events across the GCC. The role combines strategic planning, operational excellence, stakeholder management, and team leadership. This individual will lead a dedicated team responsible for the execution of a wide range of initiatives including corporate and internal events, town halls, gala dinners, employee engagement activities, signing ceremonies, delegations, trade shows, and conferences. The role requires hands‑on execution at a very high standard while simultaneously driving process improvement, cost efficiency, and measurable impact.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain a regional Partnerships & Events strategy aligned with broader business and brand objectives.Build and manage an annual GCC events plan with clear priorities, timelines, budgets, and measurable KPIs.Support the development of events and partnerships strategies in line with communications and commercial plans.Lead the end‑to‑end delivery of events, ensuring brand consistency, quality control, and operational excellence.Manage internal teams and external agencies to deliver cost‑effective, high‑impact initiatives.Oversee on‑ground execution of complex, high‑visibility events.Build strong relationships with internal business units and senior leadership.Collaborate with government, public affairs, and external partners on international and regional platforms.Manage a roster of specialist external agencies, including those aligned with global centres of excellence.Define and track ROI, performance metrics, and post‑event reporting.Review and enhance existing frameworks, processes, and procedures.Drive innovation and continuous improvement by leveraging global best practices.Maintain readiness to respond to short‑term opportunities, unforeseen challenges, and crisis situations.Ensure compliance with internal governance, brand guidelines, ethical standards, and safety requirements.Candidate ProfileExperience & Background6–10 years of experience in corporate‑level events and partnerships management.Proven exposure to large‑scale, high‑profile events within complex, multinational environments.Strong B2B experience; regional and international exposure highly preferred.Skills & CompetenciesDemonstrated leadership and team‑management capability.Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams.Commercially astute, with experience linking events to business and reputational outcomes.Excellent stakeholder management and cross‑functional collaboration skills.High attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to operate both strategically and hands‑on.Education & Personal AttributesTertiary‑level education required.Excellent written and spoken English.High levels of integrity, professionalism, and judgement.Self‑starter with a proactive, solutions‑driven mindset.#J-18808-Ljbffr