Events Manager (CPT)

Date: 20 Feb 2026

Location:

Cape Town, Western Cape, ZA

Company: Sanlam Group

The role

This exciting opportunity is available in our Corporate Communication Department at Head Office in Cape Town, Western Cape to fulfil an Events Manager position.

We require the skills of an individual who has a passion for events management on a national and regional level.

What will you do?

We are seeking a motivated, detail‑driven individual with a true passion for the world of events management. This role calls for someone who thrives on creativity, precision, and collaboration—an individual who takes pride in delivering memorable experiences that leave a lasting impression. You will play a key role in conceptualizing, planning, and executing impactful events across both national and regional platforms, ensuring each initiative aligns with our brand vision and organizational goals.

What will make you successful in this role?

To provide a comprehensive events management service in relation to the smooth running of various Santam initiatives embarked on by the organisation, while managing a team of events managers and co-ordinators.
Management of the events team and hands on involvement of events at an experiential level.
Budget management, ensuring adherence to budget.
Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders e.g. suppliers, EXCO etc.

Qualification and experience

Relevant Qualification in Events Management/similar (recommended)
10+ years’ experience managing large scale internal and external brand experiential events within a large financial services or FMCG concern
5 +Experience in managing a team

Knowledge and skills

Computer literate (MS Office package)
Excellent project management skills
Solid understanding of events processes, protocol and legalities
Attention to detail
Building networks and good relationships
Goal setter and prioritise
Delivery/results orientated
Solid team management

Competencies

Working with People
Leading and Supervising
Coaching and Development
Client Delight
Adapting and responding to Change
Deciding and initiating action
Performance under pressure
Planning and Organising
Problem solving
Negotiating and getting agreement
Oral communication