Events Lead

Role Overview

The Events Lead MICE will be responsible for planning, managing, and delivering end-to-end MICE programs including meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions. This role requires strong leadership, client management, operational excellence, and the ability to deliver high-impact experiences within defined timelines and budgets.

Key Responsibilities

Event Planning & Execution

• Lead end-to-end planning and execution of MICE events including domestic and international conferences, incentive trips, exhibitions, and corporate meetings
  
• Develop event concepts, timelines, budgets, and execution plans aligned with client objectives
  
• Ensure seamless on-ground execution including venue management, logistics, production, hospitality, and vendor coordination
  

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring clear communication and expectation management
  
• Understand client briefs and translate them into actionable event strategies
  
• Present proposals, budgets, and post-event reports to clients and internal stakeholders
  

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor a team of event managers, executives, and on-ground staff
  
• Allocate responsibilities, monitor performance, and ensure delivery excellence
  
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including creative, finance, travel, and operations
  

Vendor & Partner Management

• Identify, negotiate, and manage vendors including hotels, venues, production partners, travel agencies, and local suppliers
  
• Ensure cost efficiency while maintaining quality standards
  
• Build long-term relationships with strategic partners
  

Budgeting & Compliance

• Prepare and manage event budgets, cost estimates, and reconciliations
  
• Ensure adherence to company policies, compliance standards, and risk management protocols
  
• Handle contracts, POs, and vendor payments in coordination with finance teams
  

Quality & Experience Management

• Ensure high standards of guest experience, hospitality, and service delivery
  
• Proactively manage risks, contingencies, and last-minute challenges
  
• Conduct post-event evaluations and implement learnings for continuous improvement
  

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of the MICE ecosystem and corporate event lifecycle
  
• Excellent project management and multitasking abilities
  
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
  
• Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities
  
• Ability to work under pressure and manage large-scale events