Full-Time Global Event Manager

Responsibilities: Responsible for the planning, project management and reporting of assigned events globally. Detailed tracking and adherence to budget for assigned events. Articulating clear outlines for each event specifying how each show will meet overall event goals, show targets – including scan goals and hot lead targets, and communications plans for pre, during, and post-show materials. Support negotiation of event sponsorship contracts to ensure business goals are achieved, value for money is obtained, and any potential risk is minimized. Responsible for event prep, including hotel reservations, internal documents, staff event registration, material shipping, and communication to event staff for assigned events. Responsible for all aspects of post-event activities, including lead management and loading, ROI and performance analysis (including future recommendations), accounting, and timely payment of invoices. Serve as the liaison with vendors, including communication on vendor standards and expectations prior to events, overseeing all booth orders. Evaluate third-party vendors, making recommendations as necessary to ensure best results and continuous high-quality outputs. Support evaluation of new and existing events for suitability, and/or suggestions to enhance and improve performance; provide recommendations on the approach. Conduct research for continued industry growth. Occasional travel (up to 25%) to event locations to set up event space, manage live events including booth activations, staffing, and coordinating return shipping of exhibit materials.

Qualifications: 3+ years of experience managing corporate events and tradeshows globally. 3+ years of experience in a corporate office/comparable work setting. BS or BA in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field. Prior experience successfully managing budgets of various size and scale. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and collaboration skills. Great attention to detail with the ability to prioritize numerous projects at once. Demonstrated ability to think strategically and contribute at all levels of the organization. Ability to work with deadlines and manage multiple high-priority assignments while staying organized. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Able to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization. Results-driven, energetic, resourceful, and hands-on individual with a strong service orientation. Able to work without constant supervision. Experience tailoring events to account for cultural and language differences. Well-versed and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Proven ability to establish strong relationships internally and externally. Must be willing and able to travel occasionally.

Preferences: International shipping, logistics experience. Knowledge and experience of finance, financial software industry helpful. Experience in using project management systems (Wrike preferred). Experienced user of Software applications such as: iCapture and Salesforce.

Key Competencies: Strong time management skills. Impeccable attention to detail. Planning & decision-making. Communication & confidence. Working effectively with others. Taking ownership & responsibility. Creativity & innovation. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Possible employment type: Full-time

Possible allowed location: Remote

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