Events & Business Development Associate

Events & Business Development Associate We are looking for a driven, outgoing Events & Business Development Associate to take ownership of growing and activating Margaret Market. Margaret Market is a vibrant, curated space for people, brands and ideas to come together. From events and pop-ups to private gatherings and creative collaborations, Margaret Market offers a versatile setting designed to bring experiences to life. www.margaretmarket.sg This is a hands-on role for someone who loves events, people, sales, marketing, and creating opportunities. You will be responsible for bringing new business into the space, developing relationships with potential clients and partners, planning and executing events, and building awareness of the space within the market. Key Responsibilities Events • Coordinate with clients, suppliers, vendors, caterers, production teams, and other stakeholders. • Manage event timelines, logistics, set-up, guest experience, and on-the-day operations. • Ensure every event is delivered smoothly and to a high standard. • Develop new event concepts and packages that make the space more attractive to different audiences. • Collect client feedback and identify opportunities to improve the event experience. Business Development • • Identify and approach potential clients looking to host events, meetings, launches, celebrations, workshops, private functions, and other experiences. • Develop relationships with event planners, agencies, companies, brands, PR firms, wedding planners, and other potential partners. • Conduct site visits and pitch the space to prospective clients. • Follow up on leads and convert enquiries into confirmed bookings. Develop partnerships and collaborations that generate new business and increase awareness of the space. • Build relationships with influencers, media, brands, community groups, and industry partners where relevant. • Keep up with event, hospitality, lifestyle, and market trends to identify new opportunities. • Help create a strong online and offline presence for the space. Experience • Fresh grads / no experience are welcome. Bonus: • Experience managing events from planning through execution is highly preferred. • A proven ability to generate leads, build relationships, and convert opportunities into business is a strong advantage. • Existing contacts within the corporate, events, hospitality, lifestyle, media, or creative industries would be a plus.