Management Trainee, Roundtables & Customised Events

WHO WE AREThe world of people and work is transforming. Automation is reshaping some roles and creating entirely new ones, while flexibility in the content, capability and location of work is undergoing its own metamorphosis. In this environment of change, opportunity and challenge, People Matters plays a critical role.We are a new-age, niche media organisation with a vision to be a pivotal thought leader in the world of people and work. We bring the talent fraternity insights, trends, technological innovations and expert viewpoints that help professionals make decisions with real impact — and in doing so, we've become the largest digital community in Asia.Visit us on our website www.peoplematters.in ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Management Trainee, Roundtables & Customised Events, you'll be responsible for managing and delivering customised experiences, leadership roundtables and strategic client engagements from concept to execution.The role blends project management, client servicing, senior stakeholder engagement, delegate acquisition, content development and event execution. You'll work closely with clients, partners, senior HR leaders and internal teams to create high-quality experiences that deliver value for both the community and our partners , a high-ownership role for someone who enjoys working across multiple stakeholders, solving problems and turning ideas into impact.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own end-to-end project execution for customised events and roundtables, from initial planning through to delivery, developing project plans, timelines and stakeholder dependencies that keep everything on track.
• Build relationships with senior HR leaders and C-suite executives, including CHROs of top companies, inviting them to our exclusive sessions and initiatives.
• Manage key accounts end to end, acting as the primary point of contact for partners across client servicing, delegate acquisition and project execution.
• Understand each partner's products and goals, and shape engagement formats that maximise their brand visibility.
• Own delegate acquisition for assigned initiatives, from outreach and follow-ups to confirmations and participation management, identifying the right organisations and leaders to build a high-quality audience.
• Coordinate across internal teams, clients, partners, vendors and venues, proactively identifying risks and dependencies and driving timely resolution.
• Drive research and agenda-building, bringing fresh ideas and relevant themes to every event.
• Design and execute the pre-event communication strategy that keeps confirmed delegates engaged and ensures strong turnout.
• Take ownership of client satisfaction and retention, delivering every engagement with quality, impact and attention to detail.WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
• Communicates with confidence and genuinely enjoys engaging with people
• Curious about how HR, work, business and technology are evolving
• Takes ownership and proactively drives work forward
• Highly organised, detail-oriented and comfortable managing multiple priorities
• Strong project management, planning and coordination skills
• Comfortable interacting with senior stakeholders and building professional relationships
• Solution-oriented and able to navigate ambiguity
• Willing to learn, take responsibility and thrive in a fast-paced environmentWHY JOIN PEOPLE MATTERSOwn Your JourneyWork directly with senior leaders and clients, own projects, and shape your professional journey.Create Meaningful ImpactYour work will shape conversations and experiences that influence how organisations think about people, talent and the future of work.Work at the Intersection of People & TechnologyStay close to the trends and technologies shaping the future of work, alongside some of the leading organisations and talent leaders in the ecosystem.Be Part of a Growing CommunityJoin a growing organisation connecting a large, influential community of HR and business leaders across Asia.HOW WE WORKWe're not looking for someone who simply completes tasks — we're looking for people who think beyond the task and own the outcome.
• Win-Win — you look for outcomes that create value for the community, the client and the team, not simply the easiest path.
• Forward Thinker — you think about what the next version could look like, rather than only executing what exists today.
• Obsessed with Impact — you take ownership of outcomes, move with urgency and care about quality.
• Never Give Up — when something doesn't go as planned, you look for solutions and find a way forward. Interested? Send us your resume on diksha.raheja@gopeoplematters.com and mrigna.tripathi@gopeoplematters.com