Job description
Join a premier events team shaping unforgettable experiences for brands and clients in New York City. We seek a proactive Event Manager who can lead end-to-end planning, drive ambitious timelines, and deliver premium attendee experiences. This role blends strategic oversight with hands-on execution, ensuring flawless events across conferences, galas, and experiential activations.
In this position you will partner with senior stakeholders, manage cross-functional teams, and optimize every stage from concept to post-event evaluation. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a track record of delivering high-profile events on time and on budget, this is your opportunity to shine.
Responsibility
- Lead end-to-end event planning for conferences, product launches, and experiential activations from concept through post-event reporting.
- Manage budgets, timelines, and vendor contracts; negotiate favorable terms while maintaining quality.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams, on-site operations, registration, AV, décor, catering, and logistics to ensure seamless execution.
- Develop attendee experiences, sponsor activations, and speaker/agenda management to maximize engagement and ROI.
- Maintain rigorous risk management, compliance, and health and safety standards across venues.
- Provide post-event analysis with actionable insights and continuous improvement recommendations.
Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in events management, marketing, hospitality, or related field; or equivalent practical experience.
- 5+ years of experience in corporate or large-scale event management with proven budget responsibility.
- Strong vendor management, negotiation, and contract review skills.
- Excellent vendor and stakeholder communication; fluent in English with exceptional written and verbal communication.
- Proactive problem solver with high attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Proficiency with event management software, CRM, project management tools, and MS Office.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed for events in NYC.