Events Specialist I Contract I Up to $4,500 Monthly

Location: Singapore
Job Type: Contract
Posted: 21 days ago
Contact: Charlotte Cheah
Discipline:
Reference: 41008
6 Months Contract (open for renewals) 
Central Region 


The Singapore Meetings & Events (M&E) Team organizes and oversees more than 130 events annually for the company’s employees. These events, hosted at various external venues, range from intimate training sessions for 10 attendees to large-scale office-wide events accommodating over 700 participants.

Scope of Events

The team manages a diverse portfolio of events, including:

  • Private dining experiences (lunches and dinners)
  • Training sessions and workshops
  • Office-wide meetings and cocktail gatherings
  • Community BBQs
  • Graduate functions
  • Other customized events
Role Overview

As a Meetings & Events Analyst, you will oversee the entire lifecycle of events — from initial briefings to post-event evaluations. Key responsibilities include:

  • Interpreting and fulfilling client briefs
  • Researching, sourcing, and negotiating with venues and vendors
  • Managing event logistics, including audiovisual setup, catering, and run sheets
  • Administering financial tasks such as budgeting, processing invoices, and reconciliation
  • Drafting and disseminating communications and managing RSVPs
  • Ensuring compliance with company policies and legal obligations
  • Providing onsite support during events when required
Responsibilities
  • Advisory and Compliance:

    • Guide internal clients on policies, ensuring adherence to insurance, legal, and safety standards.
    • Recommend cost-effective solutions and promote internal venue use where applicable.
  • Event Coordination:

    • Act as the primary contact for clients and vendors.
    • Develop and manage event budgets, secure approvals, and reconcile expenses.
    • Handle logistics, including venue management, catering arrangements, and audiovisual setup.
  • Administrative Excellence:

    • Process deposits and invoices promptly, coordinating with the finance team to ensure accurate payments.
    • Maintain high-volume administrative documentation.
  • Communication Management:

    • Draft communications and manage RSVPs using online tools.
    • Work with internal teams (Marketing, Finance, Legal) and external suppliers.
  • Program Enhancement:

    • Collaborate with the ASEAN team to streamline and standardize event delivery processes.
    • Brainstorm solutions for challenges and contribute to internal communications initiatives.
Qualifications and Experience Education
  • A qualification in events management or a related field is an advantage.
Skills
  • Exceptional customer service and communication skills
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
  • Proficiency in event management tools and Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, etc.)
  • Financial acumen for budget management and reporting
  • Hands-on experience in stakeholder and vendor management
  • Adaptability to dynamic environments and time management
Experience
  • 1–3 years of event management, preferably in the hotel or catering industries
  • Familiarity with Singapore’s venues and suppliers
Work Requirements
  • Occasional travel may be required.
Cheah Wei Ee
Senior Consultant
Registration Number, R23114782
Peoplebank Singapore Pte Ltd
EA License Number, 08C5248