Event & Connection Manager
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Job Summary
Event & Connection Manager
Riyadh KAFD
SARper month (tax-free) bonus benefits
Are you a commercially minded events leader who knows how to build community drive revenue and deliver premium experiences
Were recruiting for an ambitious fast-growing wellness concept in Riyadh and this is not a typical events role.
This is your opportunity to own and build a full-scale social wellness ecosystem from the ground up.
The Role
As Event & Connection Lab Manager you will own the full events and social wellness calendar end-to-end.
Youll design and deliver a 12-month programme of member-only and public ticketed events that drive:
Member retention and engagement
Brand equity and cultural relevance
Ticket and sponsorship revenue
Membership acquisition
This is a standalone role with full ownership. Youll work cross-functionally with Marketing Operations and Wellness teams to ensure every experience is premium consistent and commercially successful.
What Youll Be Responsible For
Programming & Event Ownership
Build and manage structured event formats including:
Member culture nights and curated experiences
Adventure fitness and recovery events
Public social and lifestyle events
Educational talks panels and networking events
Integrated wellness experiences
End-to-End Production
Own the full event lifecycle:
Concept and budgeting
Vendor management
On-site delivery
Guest experience standards
Post-event reporting and performance tracking
Sponsorship & Commercial Performance
Develop and manage sponsorship partnerships
Own ticket pricing and margin targets
Track revenue gross margin and conversions
Support conversion of attendees into memberships
This is a commercially accountable role not just creative.
About You
5 years experience in premium events hospitality community or wellness
Proven sponsorship or partnership experience
Strong budgeting and operational discipline
Comfortable owning outcomes independently
Commercially aware with a focus on performance
The Package
SARper month (tax-free)
Allowances (housing and transport where applicable)
Performance bonus (up to 1525% of base)
Medical insurance
Annual leave public holidays
Visa support (if applicable)
Key Skills
- Marketing
- Catering
- Organizational skills
- Hospitality Experience
- Management Experience
- HubSpot
- Event Planning
- Events Management
- Project Management
- Event Marketing
- Leadership Experience
- negotiation
