Senior Account Director

Job Description

Our client is a marketing and communication agency based in Saudi Arabia offering a range of services such as advertising, events and many more. They are looking to hire a Senior Account Manager for their events department in Riyadh.<p><br></p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong><p><br></p><ul><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, vendors, and all other parties involved in assigned events.</li><li>Develop strong relationships with clients to ensure repeat business and referrals.</li><li>Understand client objectives and develop creative proposals that meet or exceed expectations.</li><li>Negotiate contracts with vendors and service providers to secure the best possible terms and pricing.</li><li>Manage event budgets and track all expenses to ensure accuracy and adherence to budget constraints.</li><li>Create detailed event timelines and schedules to ensure all deadlines are met and all logistical details are accounted for.</li><li>Oversee on-site event management and execution, ensuring all elements are carried out according to plan.</li><li>Handle post-event follow-up, including thank-yous, surveys, and debriefs with clients and staff.</li><li>Train and supervise junior event staff, providing guidance and mentorship as needed.<br></li></ul><p><br></p><strong>Requirements:</strong><p><br></p><ul><li>Bachelors degree in business, marketing, or related field</li><li>8+ years experience in event management, with increasing levels of responsibility</li><li>Excellent project management skills</li><li>Strong budget development and oversight skills</li><li>Superb written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail</li><li>Fluent in Arabic and English<br></li></ul>