RX Arabia, part of global events and exhibitions leader RX (a division of RELX), is hiring an Event Assistant in Riyadh. RX operates in 25 countries across 42 industry sectors and hosts approximately 350 events annually. This role is open to Saudi Nationals and offers a hands-on entry point into the events industry at a FTSE 100 company.
Position Overview
The Event Assistant will support Event Leaders and Marketing Managers across the planning, promotion, and delivery of successful events, gaining exposure to event operations, marketing, administration, ticketing, VIP support, and supplier coordination.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in planning and coordinating event features, activations, and arena programmes
- Support scheduling, running orders, and rehearsals for speakers, moderators, and performers
- Coordinate with talent, partners, and industry associations on contracts and logistics
- Manage speaker and talent content, including biographies, photos, and website materials
- Support partner contracts, sponsorship agreements, and supplier communications
- Assist with ticketing, VIP administration, and attendee management
- Support website updates, email campaigns, content creation, and social media activity
- Coordinate artwork approvals, creative asset tracking, and design quality checks
- Maintain event databases, trackers, and reports
- Raise purchase orders and support invoice processing
- Assist with onsite event operations, venue setup, and logistics coordination
- Track and compile post-event content, including media coverage and partner activity
Qualifications
- Graduate or 1-2 years of relevant professional experience
- Interest in events, marketing, or digital communications
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel
- Experience with website content management, social media, or tools like Canva is beneficial
- Willingness to support onsite events, including occasional non-standard hours
Job Details
Full-time, hybrid position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Open to Saudi Nationals.
Apply here:https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4446073693/
