ABOUT US
At Xsolla, we believe every great game begins as an idea fueled by curiosity, determination, and passion. Our purpose is to empower creators by offering the tools and support they need to turn those ideas into reality. We strive to create equal opportunities for developers everywhere, helping them share their work with the world.

Based in Los Angeles with offices in Berlin, Seoul, and other global hubs, we collaborate with major industry players such as Valve, Twitch, and Ubisoft to enable innovation in gaming. Our worldwide network covers more than 200 regions, providing over 700 payment solutions in more than 130 currencies.

Longevity. Opportunity. Vision. Enjoy the game!

ABOUT YOU
You are a confident, resourceful event professional with strong cultural awareness who excels at designing meaningful experiences that unite brands and communities. You’re passionate about the gaming and tech space and have proven experience managing events from start to finish across diverse regions. You combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution, balancing creativity and operational accuracy to deliver outstanding results.

As the MEA Experiential Marketing Event Manager, you will play a key role in strengthening Xsolla’s visibility across the Middle East and Africa. You will lead regional events and activations that engage developers, partners, and industry leaders. You are skilled at handling complex logistics, building reliable relationships with vendors and stakeholders, and ensuring every event represents Xsolla’s innovative spirit and commitment to the gaming industry.

You adapt easily, pay close attention to detail, and perform well in a fast-paced, multicultural environment. Collaboration comes naturally to you, and you communicate effectively across teams, countries, and cultures. You bring people and ideas together to deliver smooth, memorable experiences that elevate Xsolla’s global presence.

This position is based in Dubai or can be remote within the MEA region, and involves regular travel across key markets to oversee planning and on-site execution.

Responsibilities
• Event Strategy and Execution: Lead the planning and delivery of conferences, trade shows, speaking engagements, and networking events across the MEA region.
• Vendor and Venue Coordination: Identify and negotiate with regional vendors, venues, and suppliers. Handle contracts for booth construction, branding, AV, photography, and merchandise.
• Budget Oversight: Develop and manage event budgets to ensure efficiency and alignment with marketing goals.
• Marketing Alignment: Work with internal teams on event-related marketing efforts, including landing pages, social media, email campaigns, and creative materials.
• Lead Management and Reporting: Collaborate with BD, Product, and Funding teams to meet event targets. Collect leads, prepare post-event analyses, and assess ROI.
• Onsite Supervision: Represent Xsolla at events, managing logistics and ensuring a high-quality attendee experience.
• Creative and Content Support: Assist with speaking engagements by coordinating session content, visuals, and post-event media with internal teams.

Required Skills
• Languages: Fluent in Arabic and English, both spoken and written
• Experience: 4–6 years in event management, ideally within gaming, tech, or software
• Strong background in B2B events such as trade shows, conferences, and sponsorship activations
• Solid understanding of MEA regional markets
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and detail-oriented skills
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities
• Ability to manage several events at once and meet tight deadlines
• Familiarity with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence) and Google Workspace
• Willingness to travel across MEA for events and site visits
• Eligibility to live and work in the UAE
• Creativity, innovation, and enthusiasm for delivering impactful brand experiences

Benefits
We are dedicated to fostering a supportive workplace that prioritizes the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of our team. Our comprehensive benefits include unlimited Flexible Time Off, private health insurance, and personalized career development plans. We invest in professional growth through training and educational opportunities, helping our employees thrive both personally and professionally. Together, we are building a community that values creativity, collaboration, and the power of play.

Equality Opportunity Statement
Xsolla is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, genetics, disability, age, social background, or any other characteristic.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to maintaining a fair and transparent hiring process.

Candidates will be informed about the background check requirement during hiring, and consent will be obtained. For the Event Manager – Experiential Marketing – Dubai role, a background check will be requested.

Relevance to Job Responsibilities
The background check is required due to the responsibilities of the role, including:
• Handling sensitive financial information and managing budgets
• Accessing confidential company data
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards

Rights Under the UAE Personal Data Protection Law
Applicants are encouraged to ask about their rights under UAE data protection regulations. For any questions regarding our hiring process, please contact careers@xsolla.com.