Senior Event Manager

About SiGMA:

SiGMA Events refers to a series of global iGaming and emerging tech events organized by SiGMA Group. SiGMA stands for "The Worlds Online Gambling Authority" and initially focused on the iGaming industry in Malta. Over time, SiGMA has expanded its scope and established itself as a leading international event organizer in the iGaming, blockchain, and emerging technology sectors.

SiGMA events bring together industry professionals, stakeholders, experts, and enthusiasts from around the world to discuss the latest trends, innovations, challenges, and opportunities in the gaming and tech industries. These events typically feature conferences, exhibitions, networking sessions, panel discussions, keynote speeches, and various other activities aimed at facilitating knowledge sharing, business networking, and collaboration within the industry.

Purpose of the Role 

Lead major event portfolios across SiGMA summits, overseeing Event Managers and ensuring consistent operational excellence across multiple event products. The Senior Event Manager drives continuous improvement, manages strategic stakeholder relationships and contributes to the long-term growth of the Events Department. 

 1. Portfolio Leadership

• Lead the planning and delivery of multiple event portfolios across a summit.  

• Oversee Event Managers responsible for individual event products.  

• Ensure consistent delivery standards across all assigned events.  

• Drive operational improvements through post-event analysis.  

 2. Venue, Accommodation & Strategic Logistics

• Lead negotiations with major venues and hotel partners.  

• Oversee transport and logistics strategies across multiple events.  

• Develop long-term supplier relationships.  

• Ensure consistent premium service standards.  

 3. Operational Leadership

• Oversee operational planning across multiple event teams.  

• Review production plans and staffing structures.  

• Manage complex operational challenges.  

• Ensure consistency across all event products.  

 4. Event Portfolio Oversight

• Oversee awards ceremonies, networking events, hospitality programmes, VIP experiences and official parties.  

• Support Event Managers in delivering their event portfolios.  

• Drive innovation across multiple event concepts.  

• Maintain premium guest experiences.  

5. Strategic Stakeholder Management

• Lead negotiations with executive stakeholders, sponsors and strategic suppliers.  

• Develop long-term commercial relationships.  

• Represent the Events Team in cross-functional planning.  

• Support strategic event planning.  

 6. Commercial & Budget Leadership

• Manage multiple event budgets.  

• Forecast expenditure across portfolios.  

• Lead commercial negotiations.  

• Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality.  

 7. Leadership & Team Development

• Mentor Event Managers and Coordinators.  

• Support performance reviews and development plans.  

• Promote consistent working practices.  

• Build capability across the Events Team.  

 8. Innovation & Department Development

• Develop new event concepts and products.  

• Improve departmental procedures and operational standards.  

• Drive innovation across multiple summits.  

• Contribute to long-term departmental planning.  

Required Experience 

• 5 – 7 years' experience managing international B2B events.  

• Experience leading multiple event portfolios.  

• Strong commercial and negotiation skills.  

• Proven leadership and mentoring experience.  

• Excellent stakeholder management.  

• Willingness to travel internationally.  

Benefits

• Corporate Events.
• Team building events.
• Professional and formal training.
• An opportunity to travel to our foreign offices.
• Learning and Development Opportunities.
• Personal development opportunities.
• A chance to work with an exceptional international, highly productive, creative, and fun team!