Senior Conference Producer (London or Riyadh) (JR102638)

At Clarion, our people are at the absolute heart of what we do. We are proud that our core values of PASSION, CARE, IMAGINATION, and TRUST define the way we carry out our work across all of our exhibitions and conferences. If you share our values and want to be a part of a successful, dynamic, and creative global business then we want to hear from you.

The Opportunity: As Senior Conference Producer for Clarion Events Middle East, you will lead the delivery of an ambitious content strategy that drives engagement across our launch Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) exhibitions and conferences. You will stay closely connected to our global portfolios, spotting trends, identifying shared opportunities, and shaping bold new content ideas. Reporting to the Regional Head, you will work hand-in-hand with our key stakeholders (external and internal) to ensure we create the world’s leading commercially driven shows.

We are looking for a driven and commercially minded Production Manager to join the team supporting the launch of the Middle East event brand within Clarion. The role is cross-sector working across multiple Clarion brands including but not limited to Life Sciences, Industrials, Civil Defence delivering high-level, content-led initiatives that connect decision-makers across the full buy-side value chains. The successful candidate will help produce a series of market-leading conferences and private meetings, with a particular focus on building our presence in the high-growth market of Saudi Arabia. This includes shaping new content platforms and contributing to the success of our flagship event launches in H2 2026.

We are seeking someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys collaborating with senior stakeholders, and is confident curating content agendas that reflect market priorities. Experience in the Middle East would be advantageous, in addition to being an Arabic speaker, as we continue to grow our international footprint in this region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Working on two annual flagship events in Saudi Arabia.
• Meeting key government stakeholders face-to-face with the Head of Content.
• Conduct a minimum of 25 research calls identifying key themes and topics for the show at 30 weeks out.
• Build ADI buy-side lists throughout the campaign.
• Identify the top 2-3 job titles (minimum) from each company to add to the TM list, targeting 200 names by agenda launch date.
• Throughout the campaign, names to be added via identification in articles etc., aiming for 400 names (minimum) at campaign end.
• Build SPEX TM list - targeting 50 companies two weeks after launch of agendas for local sales teams.
• Joining five calls per week with the SPEX team to promote selling in tandem.

Requirements:

• Experience of looking beyond the traditional conference industry revenue model and open to embracing and creating new ideas around a commercial model.
• An Arabic speaker would be highly desirable.
• A proven track record in content first events.
• Strong project management skills.
• Confident and can build rapport and lasting relationships with senior executives.
• Excellent organisational skills and able to multitask, working on multiple events at the same time.
• Interest in the Middle East region.

Our Values:

• Always Deliver: Can you demonstrate that you go above and beyond in your tasks and projects?
• Creativity: Do you think outside the box and come up with new ideas?
• Passion: Can you show commitment to a passion either in or outside of work?
• Deep knowledge: Eager to grow and develop knowledge to best serve our customers?

About Clarion Events: Clarion Events is one of the world’s leading event organisers, producing and delivering innovative and market-leading events since 1947. Clarion Events embrace diversity and equal opportunities in all that we do. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

Benefits:

• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• End of year wellbeing shutdown (closed for the last week of the year)
• Celebration day off (e.g. birthday, Diwali, Eid, etc)
• Summer Hours in August (3pm finish on Fridays)
• Helping Our World (HOW) Days - one paid day per quarter to carry out charity work
• Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Health Cash Plan
• Wellbeing Library (MYNDUP)
• Mentoring Programme
• Subsidised Café
• Season Ticket Loan
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Free on-site gym and shower facilities
• Free eyesight tests
• Free flu vaccination - offered on site once a year for all employees