Event Director

2 weeks ago

Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand PN Personnel Full time

Location:
Palmerston North

Listed:
Monday, 13 November

Type:
Permanent + fulltime

  • Industry:


Calling all passionate and knowledgeable event professionals We invite you to consider a career-evolving journey within one of New Zealand's premier media companies.

Congratulations, you've discovered a rarely seen leadership role based in Palmerston North. As the Event Director, you will take charge of the Events division, orchestrating multiple exhibition events around the country. Make no mistake - this is busy and fun


Leading an experienced team of seven, this role is instrumental in bringing all aspects of a successful events business together with a hands-on, collaborative approach.

People, exhibitors and attendees are super important to the organisation, so you'll be an expert at forging and retaining strong, values based relationships, prioritising excellence, enthusiasm and engagement, coupled with your strong commercial lens and of course, a passion for events

Key responsibilities include:

  • Team leadership: Lead and inspire a team of talented individuals to achieve excellence
  • Commercial focus: Drive revenue growth and financial success through an effective sales approach, innovative thinking and wise budget setting/management
  • Logistics and operations: Oversee event logistics, including venue hire and appointment of suppliers, site planning, risk assessments and health and safety protocols, staffing, ticketing and banking requirements
  • Negotiation and contracting: Negotiate best rates venue hire and supplier arrangements
  • Stakeholder and reputation management: Develop and maintain strong internal and external relationships that position the organisation as a market leader
  • Marketing and communications: Assist in delivering effective marketing strategies and direct communications to target audiences

Skills and experience needed:

  • Senior level event management experience, with proven ability to manage a high performing sales and delivery focused team.
  • You thrive in an energetic working environment and can easily manage multiple tasks and projects at the same time while being an effective and collaborative team leader.
  • You're a results orientated person with high customer service expectations.
  • You bring a positive, proactive attitude and are a selfstarter who enjoys taking the lead and working autonomously.


Reporting to a senior leader based in Auckland, this is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience running a 'business within a business'.

Offering an attractive remuneration and incentive package, flexible working arrangements, car parking, and more. Travel and weekend work is a natural part of the industry and is required within the role.

Boasting a vibrant and supportive internal culture that fosters diversity, equity and inclusion. This organisation is big on developing their people and providing opportunities for career growth.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, as we are looking for a start in early don't delay applying

The recruitment for this role is being managed by PN Personnel, in partnership with our client. For more information, please feel free to contact Charllotte Tatham on

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