Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Join a well-established events agency with decades of track record in Europe, now expanding its team in Singapore. We are seeking a dynamic Project Director who is passionate about creating unforgettable experiences and is ready to build something from the ground up while benefiting from the stability of a reputable company.
The Company:
Our client is an established events and communication agency with its origins in Europe. With their expansion into the Asia-Pacific (APAC) markets, they are forming their founding team. They have a proven history of creating trendsetting events and projects while collaborating with top global MNCs. In APAC, their strong network spans the BFSI, Consulting, and Legal industries.
The Role:
As a Project Director, your responsibilities will include:
- Efficiently manage budgets, project plans, and resource allocation for multiple projects concurrently.
- Resolve project-related issues by liaising with clients and internal teams to ensure smooth execution.
- Take the lead in reporting project progress, profitability, escalations, resourcing, and other relevant matters to the leadership team.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to the Project Management team, including junior project executives and interns, through on-the-job training and personalized career development plans.
- Supervise resource planning and project workflow for the APAC project team, maintaining a consistent and productive pace.
- Oversee the on-site Event team to ensure safety, efficiency, and high delivery standards, offering guidance and addressing issues as needed.
- Identify potential opportunities for ongoing projects throughout the project lifecycle and report them to the Client Strategy Director for account development.
- Collaborate with the Production team to create and manage a Vendor and Supplier database, negotiating favorable rates as necessary.
- Engage in global projects with comprehensive global support.
- Be empowered to establish the business and streamline processes
- Experience career growth in tandem with the business's expansion.
To succeed in this role, you should:
- Possess a minimum of 6 years of experience in the events industry, ideally with a background in MICE.
- Display an optimistic mindset and a strong commitment to continuous learning, demonstrating dedication to personal and professional growth.
- Exhibit exceptional communication skills, both in written and verbal forms.
- Demonstrate proficiency in project management and time management.
- Be willing to roll up your sleeves and when necessary, be ready to dive deeper into end-to-end project management from pitch ideation, presentation, supplier shortlist, lead generation, etc.
33 Talent
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