At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and deliver exciting conferences and events while managing budgets and suppliers.
- Company: Join Mumbrella, a top media business known for its innovative events.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexibility, autonomy, and the chance to work on iconic industry events.
- Other info: Mentor junior team members and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Why this job: Make your mark in the media and marketing world with impactful events.
- Qualifications: 6+ years in event management with strong budgeting and negotiation skills.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
As Senior Event Manager, you'll oversee a diverse portfolio of industry-leading conferences, awards and bespoke events throughout the contract period. You'll work closely with editorial, commercial and marketing teams, manage budgets and suppliers, and play a key role in delivering and evolving Mumbrella's events program. This is an opportunity to step into a trusted senior role within a highly regarded media business, with genuine flexibility, autonomy and the opportunity to work across some of Australia's most recognised media and marketing events.
Key responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end planning and delivery of major conferences, awards and live events
- Own event timelines, budgets and forecasting, ensuring commercial and operational success
- Manage venue sourcing, supplier negotiations and contract management
- Oversee on-site delivery, run-sheets and event operations
- Collaborate closely with internal teams including editorial, sales, marketing and production
- Manage speakers, partners, sponsors and senior industry stakeholders
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, experiences and efficiencies
- Mentor and support junior team members as required
About you
- 6+ years' experience delivering large-scale events, conferences or award ceremonies
- Proven ability to manage complex events with multiple stakeholders
- Strong budgeting, negotiation and supplier management skills
- Calm under pressure with excellent problem-solving abilities
- Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
- Confident communicator who builds strong relationships internally and externally
- Proficient in using EventsAir and digital event tools such as Asana
- Flexibility to work after-hours during events when required
- Passionate about media, marketing, advertising or creative industries
About us
Mumbrella is a highly regarded media business at the heart of the industry, working on Australia's most respected media and marketing events.
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Mumbrella is an exceptional employer that offers a dynamic and flexible work environment, perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the media and marketing sectors. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to lead high-profile events while collaborating with talented teams across various disciplines. The culture here encourages innovation and creativity, making it an ideal place for passionate professionals to thrive and develop their careers.
