About Focus Network
Focus Network is one of the longest running event management and conference organisations serving the APAC region. We deliver high quality business summits, industry research, and membership based executive communities for senior leaders across the
technology, cybersecurity, and health & safety
sectors.
Now in our
14th year of operation
, Focus Network delivers events both locally and internationally across markets including
Australia, New Zealand, the United States, Singapore, Thailand, and the Philippines
, to name just a few. Each event is supported by localised research and in-depth market insights, ensuring our programs are highly relevant, region specific and shaped by the real challenges and priorities of executives in each market.
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced and highly organised
Senior Event Manager
to take ownership of the end-to-end planning, coordination and delivery of our local and international events.
This is a senior, hands on role responsible for managing
event timelines, logistics, suppliers, budgets and on site delivery
, while working closely with internal teams including conference production, marketing, design, delegate acquisition and sales.
You will play a critical role in ensuring every event is delivered to a consistently high standard, on time and within budget, while providing strong leadership, structure and calm decision making in fast paced environments.
Key ResponsibilitiesEvent Planning & Delivery
* Own the end-to-end delivery of assigned events from planning through to post-event wrap-up
* Develop, manage, and maintain detailed event timelines and critical paths
* Ensure all event deliverables are executed on time and to a high standard
* Manage on-site delivery, logistics, and operations across multi-day events
Stakeholder & Supplier Management
* Manage relationships with venues, suppliers, AV partners, production teams, and contractors
* Negotiate and manage supplier contracts and deliverables
* Act as the primary operational contact for all event stakeholders
Team & Cross Functional Collaboration
* Work closely with internal teams across:
* Conference production
* Marketing & content
* Design
* Delegate acquisition
* Sales & sponsorship
* Ensure all teams are aligned on timelines, responsibilities and expectations
* Lead internal meetings and provide clear direction and accountability
Budget & Risk Management
* Manage event budgets and ensure cost control across all elements
* Proactively identify risks and develop contingency plans
* Lead issue resolution and crisis management when challenges arise
Process & Continuous Improvement
* Maintain and refine event delivery processes and workflows
* Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality and scalability
* Support the development of best practice event frameworks across the business
About You
* 5+ years' experience in
event management or event operations
, ideally across conferences or large scale B2B events
* Proven experience delivering multi day, high profile events
* Strong project management and timeline ownership experience
* Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
* Confident leading suppliers, stakeholders, and internal teams
* Calm, solutions focused and decisive under pressure
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Comfortable working in a fast paced, high growth environment
* Willing and able to travel internationally multiple times per year
What We Offer
* $100K – $120K base salary + super (based on experience)
* International travel to major global destinations
* Exposure to senior executives, global brands, and industry leaders
* A senior role with real ownership and accountability
* Fast career progression in a growing international business
* Hands on responsibility from day one
* A close knit, collaborative and supportive team culture
* $1,000 annual self development and training budget
* Ongoing training and development (one-on-one and group-based)
* Monthly and quarterly employee incentives (gift vouchers, cash rewards, travel incentives)
* Work From Home Wednesdays
If you're ready to bring your expertise to a role where you can make an impact, we'd love to hear from you