Johannesburg: Senior Project Manager – Conferences & Large-Scale Events – hybrid position. posted by Ad Talent Africa

Who We Are
Were a dynamic events and project management team delivering high-impact conferences, conventions and large-scale events. We thrive on creativity, precision and flawless execution and we love working with people who share that energy and passion.

Who Were Looking For
Were seeking a high-energy Senior Project Manager who thrives under pressure and genuinely LOVES admin, structure and detail. This role will own end-to-end delivery of major events, from timelines and budgets to suppliers, sponsors, exhibitors and on-site execution.

What Youll Do

• Drive full project management across multiple complex events

• Manage budgets, timelines, risk logs and client status meetings

• Lead internal teams and suppliers to ensure seamless on-site delivery

• Oversee registration, AV, exhibitor/sponsor management and reconciliation

• Maintain and improve SOPs, workflows and ClickUp updates

What We Need

• A fast, organised and experienced event PM

• Proven experience running multiple high-pressure projects simultaneously

• Strong client-facing confidence with senior stakeholders

• Obsessed with detail, admin, follow-through and structured systems

• Experience in agency, PCO, or in-house events; big conferences/exhibitions a strong advantage