Job description
We are seeking a premium Senior Event Manager to lead high profile corporate events in New York City. You will own end to end planning, vendor partnerships, on site execution and post event analysis. This role blends strategy, creativity and logistics to deliver unforgettable experiences for clients and attendees.
As part of our elite events team, you will drive flawless execution, maintain budgets, manage cross functional stakeholders, and elevate attendee experiences through meticulous planning and hands on leadership.
Responsibility
- Lead end-to-end planning and execution for corporate conferences, trade shows, and experiential events.
- Collaborate with clients to define objectives, scope, budgets, and success metrics.
- Manage cross-functional teams including venues, vendors, AV, catering, and production partners.
- Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, risk assessments, and contingency planning.
- Oversee on-site operations, attendee registration, signage, stage management, and run-of-show.
- Ensure compliance with safety, permits, insurance, and accessibility standards.
- Monitor budgets, forecast expenses, negotiate vendor contracts, and optimize value.
- Measure event outcomes with KPIs, post-event reporting, and client debriefs.
Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Marketing, Communications or related field; 5+ years in event management.
- Proven experience delivering multi-day conferences or large-scale events in New York or similar markets.
- Strong vendor negotiation, budgeting, and contract management skills.
- Excellent leadership, client-facing communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
- Proficiency with event management software (Cvent, Eventbrite) and CRM systems; advanced MS Excel skills.
- Ability to thrive in high-pressure environments, on-site problem solving, and travel up to 20%.