SEA Event & Program Lead (6 Months Contract)

Role Overview:

Reporting to the Travel and Events Senior Manager, you will lead the end-to-end planning and execution of SEA's annual employee gathering, bringing together 800–1,000 employees across the region. You will act as both strategic partner and operational lead, managing all aspects from concept to post-event evaluation, including travel logistics, venue management, budgeting, stakeholder engagement, and on-site delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead full lifecycle of large-scale, multi-day events.
• Develop project plans, timelines, KPIs, and track progress.
• Manage senior stakeholders, internal teams, and external vendors.
• Oversee logistics, production, travel, accommodation, and compliance.
• Own budgeting, forecasting, and supplier negotiations.
• Identify risks and develop contingency plans.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 6–8+ years in event or program management, with large-scale corporate events preferred.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Proficient in event/project management tools (e.g., Cvent), Excel, contracting, and risk management.
• Ability to manage complex programs, multitask, and work across teams and cultures.

You Are:

• Strategic and hands-on, detail-oriented, and data-informed.
• Independent, collaborative, and service-oriented.
• Skilled in balancing priorities across multiple stakeholders.