Endeavor, the global network connecting entrepreneurs behind the world’s fastest-growing scale-ups, has opened a MarCom & Events Associate role in Riyadh. The Saudi team’s MarComm & Events area runs everything from intimate founder roundtables to large-scale summits like Riyadh Forward, which brings together 400+ global founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders.
Position Overview
The MarCom & Events Associate will own end-to-end operations for Endeavor Saudi’s community events, from venue selection and vendor management to on-the-ground delivery and post-event reporting.
Key Responsibilities
- Support planning and execution of Endeavor Saudi’s full event calendar, including global events, entrepreneur retreats, networking dinners, and workshops
- Conduct venue research, site visits, and selection based on objectives, capacity, and budget
- Manage event budgets, track expenses, and process invoices
- Build event pages, registration systems, and detailed run-of-shows
- Source, evaluate, and manage vendor relationships, including venues, caterers, AV technicians, and photographers
- Negotiate contracts and maintain a preferred vendor database
- Serve as on-ground operations lead during events, managing setup and troubleshooting
- Oversee guest registration, hospitality, and the overall attendee experience
- Conduct post-event evaluations and prepare reports on outcomes and learnings
Qualifications
- 0–2 years of experience in event coordination, hospitality, or related fields
- Solid understanding of event planning fundamentals: logistics, timelines, and vendor coordination
- Strong eye for visual composition and experience design
- Comfortable directing external teams and managing guest flow under pressure
- Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, or a related field preferred
Job Details
Employment Type: Full-time, On-site
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Apply on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4453254211/
