Associate - Events & Partnerships

Designation: Associate – Events & PartnershipsExperience: 3+ years

Location: Dubai, UAECompensation: AED 80,000–100,000Preferred: UAE driving licence holder and Arabic speakerAbout upGradFounded in 2015, upGrad has grown into Asia's largest integrated learning, skilling, and workforce development company.

We partner with leading Indian and international universities to deliver globally recognized online and hybrid programs across multiple domains, including Technology, Data Science, Management, Law, Human Resources, Digital Marketing, Supply Chain, Emerging Technologies, and Business Analytics. Our offerings span degrees, certifications, boot camps, diplomas, master's, and executive doctorate programs, designed specifically for working professionals. At upGrad, we believe in equality, diversity, and inclusion, creating an environment where every individual can bring their authentic self to work.About the RoleAs Associate - Events & Partnerships, you will drive two connected growth levers for the region: securing upGrad's presence at the right industry events and conferences and building affiliate/B2I partnerships that fuel customer acquisition. The role combines market research, commercial negotiation, cross-functional coordination with Sales and Marketing, and long-term relationship management - working closely with the Region Head to shape and execute the regional events and partnerships strategy.Roles and ResponsibilitiesEventsResearch and identify relevant industry events, conferences, exhibitions, and networking opportunities across multiple platforms, and present recommendations to the Region Head for quarterly participation.Evaluate events based on their potential business impact, audience relevance, and alignment with regional growth objectives.Negotiate with event organisers to secure the best possible commercial terms, visibility, and participation packages for the organisation.Coordinate closely with internal Sales and Marketing teams to ensure timely planning, promotion, and execution of selected events.PartnershipsIdentify and explore potential affiliate and B2I partners that can serve as meaningful growth levers for the business.Research and evaluate prospective partners based on their audience reach, relevance, market presence, and potential business contribution.Work closely with the regional team to develop, onboard, and activate partnerships that can contribute to revenue and customer acquisition.Build and maintain strong relationships with partners to drive sustained engagement and maximise partnership-led business opportunities.