Senior Conference Producer (London or Riyadh)

At Clarion, our people are at the absolute heart of what we do. We’re proud that our core values of PASSION , CARE , IMAGINATION , and TRUST define the way we carry out our work across all of our teams.

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’ll lead the delivery of an ambitious content strategy that drives engagement across our launch exhibitions and conferences. You’ll stay closely connected to our global portfolios, spotting trends, identifying shared opportunities, and shaping bold new content ideas. Reporting to the Regional Head, you’ll 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 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 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.

Knowledge, Skills & Behaviours:

• 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.
  

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.

Clarion is private equity backed and owned by Blackstone. Blackstone is one of the world’s leading global investment funds, investing capital for the long term in order to build successful, resilient businesses. ()

Our purpose is to deliver exceptional customer outcomes and experiences, by making every connection count.

Our vision is we want every one of our products to be a market leader in customer satisfaction and delight.

Benefits

• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

• End of year wellbeing shutdown (closed for the last week of the year)

• Employees on a permanent or fixed-term contract are gifted an extra day of leave that can be used for a celebration of your choosing, e.g. birthday, Eid, Diwali, 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

• 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

Our Values

PASSION

We deliver all our events with passion for people, the environment and businesses. We form connections with those who are just as passionate about what they do as we are. We always strive to exceed expectations and celebrate success. We love what we do, and it shows.

CARE

We care about our people and our products and work tirelessly to achieve lasting connections and satisfaction for ourselves, our customers and the businesses they support. We really get people - everyone is welcome.

IMAGINATION

Everything is possible. We constantly challenge the status quo and create amazing experiences and opportunities. We take huge satisfaction in solving problems. As open-minded and fun-loving people, the sky is our limit.

TRUST

We trust our skills, people and partners to deliver extraordinary events our customers have come to rely on. We support everyone around us and always learn through our experiences. We are honest and straight forward. You can always rely on us.

Equal Opportunities

We encourage employees to be open and confident and recognise that every member of the team makes a vital contribution.

Clarion embraces equality, diversity and inclusion and seeks to promote these principles in all of our business activities.

When recruiting new employees or providing opportunities for promotion, we will:

• Recruit, develop and retain the most talented people, regardless of background, and make the best use of their talents;

• Ensure that no person is unlawfully discriminated against;

• Select the best person for the role based on their skills, qualifications and abilities.

This statement sets out our commitment to equal opportunities and to preventing discrimination in the workplace.

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