Event Planner

This role involves a dynamic mix of office and fieldwork, with half of the day spent at the Head Office in Eden Tower and the other half at Neon Square. The primary focus is on planning and executing a variety of events including seasonal festivals, brand activations, birthdays, school and corporate days, and product launches. The candidate will be responsible for creating detailed event plans, run-sheets, budgets, and timelines while closely monitoring costs to ensure events run smoothly and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

- Plan and manage events at Neon Square, ensuring all aspects from concept to execution are handled efficiently.
- Prepare comprehensive event documentation including plans, run-sheets, budgets, and timelines.
- Select, negotiate with, and manage vendors such as staging, sound, décor, lighting, catering, security, and entertainers.
- Lead the on-site event team and coordinate with various departments including operations, safety, marketing, and ticketing.
- Ensure all safety protocols, risk assessments, permits, and NOCs are secured and adhered to for every event.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, hospitality, or a related field.
- 4 to 5 years of experience in event management, preferably within entertainment, hospitality, theme parks, or brand activations.
- Demonstrated success in managing large-scale public or family events.
- Strong skills in budgeting, negotiation, and vendor management.
- Excellent communication abilities in both English and Urdu.
- Proven leadership capabilities.
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required.

Preferred Qualifications and Additional Skills

- Experience working with outdoor or water-based venues.
- A good aesthetic sense to enhance event décor and presentation.
- Familiarity with event permits specific to Lahore.
- Basic design or social media skills related to décor and lighting.
- Ability to navigate and order supplies from Chinese apps.

The position is based in Gulberg 3, DHA Phase 8, with working hours from 4 PM to 12 AM, six days a week. Note that Sundays are not designated as a day off. The salary range for this role is between PKR 80,000 and 130,000 per month, reflecting the level of experience and expertise required.