Operations Manager (Events) - 9 Month Contract (Events)

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; the role can be performed remotely

Contract duration: 9 months

Company

hirify.global operates Tahaluf, a Saudi Arabian organiser of large-scale B2B live and on-demand events, including LEAP, Cityscape, Black Hat MEA, and CPHI Middle East.

What you will do

• Lead the operational delivery of allocated physical and digital events, features, and projects.
• Set, forecast, and manage operational show budgets and project plans.
• Coordinate show teams, suppliers, contractors, sponsors, registration areas, signage, and exhibitor manuals.
• Ensure events meet company health and safety, security, sustainability, compliance, and service-level requirements.
• Compile post-event reports and KPI analysis while identifying remedial actions and improvements.
• Manage, mentor, and develop operations team members across multiple events.

Requirements

• Degree-level education or equivalent.
• Strong verbal and written Arabic and English skills required.
• At least 5 years of experience in events, exhibitions, or a similar industry.
• Independent experience managing multiple large-scale events and line reports.
• Knowledge of exhibition industries, venues, contractors, procurement, project management software, and business software.
• IOSH Managing Safely Certificate or equivalent, knowledge of exhibition health and safety guidelines, and willingness to work across EMEA time zones.

Nice to have

• Experience managing large budgets.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote work is available for this 9-month contract position.
• Work on major events across technology, real estate, cybersecurity, maritime, logistics, and healthcare.
• Collaborative environment focused on professional development, creativity, and continuous improvement.
• Relocation and visa sponsorship support are not available.
• Disability-friendly environment with support or adjustments available during the hiring process.