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As an extension of the world’s biggest business media brand, Forbes Australia is the premier platform for entrepreneurial success. With a presence across multiple channels and touchpoints, Forbes Australia ignites conversations around some of the most influential Australian leaders and entrepreneurs who are driving change, transforming business, and making a significant impact on the world.

Forbes Australia is committed to unforgettable experiences both live and virtual that unite the most influential Australian business leaders and industry icons with our most valuable audiences.

Forbes brand launched in Australia in Q3 of 2022 and we are now looking for a Senior Events Manager to oversee and deliver exceptional events and experiences and will oversee all facets of the events from the conception right through to the execution.

The Ideal Candidate:

• This is a holistic role that involves responsibility and ownership of all aspects of producing an event.
• As an ambassador for the brand, ensure all communication is reflective of the brand vision and values.
• This role reports to the Event Director and is responsible for developing , directing and managing an Event Manager.

Responsibilities:

• End to end event management, which includes but not limited to, planning and execution, event brief and operations production, liaising with suppliers, budget reporting, and logistics oversight.
• Finalizing session times for speakers and managing event syntax.
• Managing overall production including floor plans, equipment, pre-event and onsite briefings, and production syntax.
• Sourcing and recommendation of venues for events.

Requirements:

• Must have at least 5 years of experience in all facets of event production and management.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated solid experience in planning, budgeting, execution, and evaluation of small, large, virtual and live events.
• Solid experience in managing multiple events simultaneously.
• Demonstrates strong leadership and collaboration with multiple teams, as well as high profile talents.
• Must be proactive and with strong negotiation skills.
• Willing to travel around Australia, flexible working hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Forbes Australia’s head office is a creative space in Pyrmont and offers employees the flexibility required to be successful. To ensure an effective and efficient onboarding process and cultural integration, the role will initially be office based with the intention of migrating to Hybrid in the short to medium term.

For more information and to apply via LinkedIn, click here, or email our team at careers@forbes.com.au