Senior Project Manager – Conferences & Large-Scale Events - hybrid position.

Recruiter:

Ad Talent

Job Ref:

3349383909

Date posted:

Thursday, December 4, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Who We Are
We’re a dynamic events and project management team delivering high-impact conferences, conventions and large-scale events. We thrive on creativity, precision and flawless execution and we love working with people who share that energy and passion.

Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a high-energy Senior Project Manager who thrives under pressure and genuinely LOVES admin, structure and detail. This role will own end-to-end delivery of major events, from timelines and budgets to suppliers, sponsors, exhibitors and on-site execution.

What You’ll Do

Drive full project management across multiple complex events
Manage budgets, timelines, risk logs and client status meetings
Lead internal teams and suppliers to ensure seamless on-site delivery
Oversee registration, AV, exhibitor/sponsor management and reconciliation
Maintain and improve SOPs, workflows and ClickUp updates

What We Need

A fast, organised and experienced event PM
Proven experience running multiple high-pressure projects simultaneously
Strong client-facing confidence with senior stakeholders
Obsessed with detail, admin, follow-through and structured systems
Experience in agency, PCO, or in-house events; big conferences/exhibitions a strong advantage

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