Director, Global Events, Asia Lead

Overview Director, Global Events, Asia Lead – Manulife. This is a hands-on individual contributor role based in Hong Kong. The role requires expertise in corporate event planning and management. Through strong project management, stakeholder management and event planning experience, you’ll help run the event calendar. While this isn’t an event production role, it requires advanced familiarity with event production and operations, guiding event planning, logistics, on-site resourcing, and live event operations. The ideal candidate will have familiarity and comfort with event technology and be curious about emerging technologies, live talent and other aspects of events. With a proven ability to deliver the highest standard of work, the Asia Lead orchestrates ideas, resources and people to bring critical event plans to life to help deliver an amazing portfolio of events. Responsibilities Conceptualise, plan, and execute high-calibre events: event plans, logistics and operations (live, hybrid and virtual events) Develop a strategic vision for each event, aligning it with the company's goals to deliver impactful events by translating business objectives and priorities into moments for experiences End-to-End Execution: oversee all aspects of event execution, including budgeting, venue selection, logistics, speaker coordination, security, and post-event analysis Collaborate with Communications, Content, Event Production and Technology teams to bring workstreams together and articulate a vision for how it holistically comes to life as an experience Coordinate and lead project team meetings to ensure planning, scheduling, and production timelines and deliverables are met through the event project lifecycles Build, manage and socialise event rundown documents to relevant partners and stakeholders Source and manage partnerships with external vendors and ensure services are delivered in line with the statement of work and budget Collaborate with Brand colleagues to ensure appropriate branding is represented at all events and incorporated into all experiences Support the development of event briefing documents for senior executives Manage and reconcile program budgets Contribute to the global calendar of events to deliver meaningful and purposeful experiences for global colleagues Required Qualifications University education, plus a minimum of ten years of relevant experience in corporate event planning with a strong portfolio of delivered live events Strong experience managing global corporate events (from corporate or agency perspective) Advanced expertise in event operations & logistics; capable of strategic planning and leading the team during execution Observant with the ability to anticipate issues and troubleshoot Process-oriented with ability to thrive in a high-paced environment and multi-task High emotional intelligence, adaptable to change, and able to stay calm under pressure Creative mindset to push boundaries and deliver unique solutions Outcome-oriented and customer-focused Deadline-driven with attention to detail Experience writing detailed event briefs Comfortable working with C-level executives and managing unforeseen circumstances and technology disruptions during events Strategic mindset with ability to forecast outcomes and respond to a changing environment Self-starter with initiative and a drive for continual improvement Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build partnerships with stakeholders at all levels When You Join Our Team We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want. We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are valued. As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see. About Manulife And John Hancock Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit Equal Opportunity Employer Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace our diversity and foster an inclusive work environment that values the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and administer all practices without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground by applicable law. A Human Resources representative will assist with reasonable accommodation requests during the application process. To request an accommodation, contact Working Arrangement Hybrid Seniority level Director Employment type Full-time Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr