Event/Exhibition Manager, Asia Water

About the role

Informa Markets, a division of Informa, organises over 500 large-scale branded and transaction-oriented events in 14 specialist markets. The Event Manager for Asia Water Bangkok leads the strategic development and execution of this show, co-located with Asia Sustainable Energy Week, positioning it as a premier platform for water technology and sustainability solutions. The role is based in the Ari Hills Building office.

Key responsibilities

• Support the development of Asia Water Bangkok's strategy as a new launch show in Southeast Asia's water and wastewater industry
• Design and deliver the inaugural event experience, building foundations for future growth
• Develop customer experience strategies using feedback to position the show as a leading platform
• Support the Senior Event Manager in Brand P&L management, including conferences and complementary products
• Work with Sales, Marketing and Operations to align event elements and leverage synergies with the co-located Asia Sustainable Energy Week
• Negotiate with venues and suppliers and build relationships with key industry customers
• Oversee the event floorplan and identify cross-promotional opportunities

Required profile

• Minimum 8 years of experience leading B2B exhibitions, with new event launch experience preferred
• Proven track record in brand and sales strategy development with strong sales acumen
• Experience managing international customer relationships across diverse regions and cultures
• Fluency in English and Thai is mandatory
• Ability to build senior-level relationships, manage high-value accounts and work in a matrixed environment
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting and reporting
• Willingness to travel 20-30% and to work in the office five days a week

What we offer

• Flexibility, with most colleagues balancing office time with remote work
• Annual leave, birthday leave and up to four weeks of work from almost anywhere a year
• Private medical cover, EAP support and wellbeing benefits
• ShareMatch scheme, global awards and recognition programmes
• Bespoke training, mentoring and internal job mobility