The Role

One of the biggest multinational investment banks in the region are looking for a well rounded events professional with an emphasis on communications, based in Manama, Bahrain.

The role

Reporting to the Regional Head of Communications, you will be responsible for utilizing your ability and background with strong communications internally and externally, this will be conducted through business conferencing, Corporate social responsibility projects and events to promote the business across the region.

With one report, you will be an ambassador for the business with an emphasis on community and environment initiatives to ensure the company is promoted, you will also be accountable for annual events such as the Bahrain F1 Grand Prix and all ready established financially focused events where my client could have VIP guests and/or be part of a forum. Events/conferencing will be a big part of this role, so the ideal candidate would have ample events and marketing communications experience.

Requirements

• 8-10 years communications experience within an events/conferencing business

• Marketing/Communications or English literature degree from an internationally recognized University

• Min of 5 years Middle East work experience

• Excellent command of English

• Strong track record in Project management involving planning an event involving 100+ delegates and contacts across the region and beyond

• Very strong communications skills

• Open to travel across the GCC

About the Company

Mackenzie Jones Middle East has decades of HR, Marketing & Sales, Finance & Legal, Agency & Creative, Secretarial and Business Support recruitment expertise. Along with a deep understanding of key market sectors and regions, we never forget to treat clients, companies and candidates as individuals who have unique needs.

So we always listen, constantly learn, occasionally challenge and frequently advise. It’s all part of a service renowned for its courtesy, consideration and dedication. Our Dubai office covers the GCC and Levant and with over five years regional expertise we are the leading specialists.

We’re growing rapidly because people appreciate our honesty, commitment and results.

Specialties: Recruiting for – Agency and Creative, Marketing and Sales, HR, Finance and Legal, Secretarial and Business Support.