Event Management, Vice President

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of in-person and hybrid events from initial request through post-event reporting.
• Serve as a strategic partner to client teams by providing guidance on agendas, presentation development, speaker recommendations, and event strategy.
• Manage multiple complex projects simultaneously while balancing competing priorities and stakeholder needs.
• Drive innovation by developing new event concepts and exploring sponsorship and engagement opportunities.
• Develop and manage event budgets, negotiate vendor pricing, identify cost savings, reconcile expenses, and prepare post-event analysis.
• Partner with production and technology teams to deliver engaging in-person and hybrid experiences.
• Apply expertise in event production and audiovisual requirements to ensure seamless execution.
• Manage venue sourcing, RFPs, contract negotiations, and vendor performance.
• Oversee on-site event execution, staffing, logistics, and vendor management.
• Build trusted relationships across client business units by advising on event strategy, annual planning, and budget development.

Requirements for a Successful Candidate

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Event Management, Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Public Relations, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• CMP (Certified Meeting Professional), CMM (Certified Meeting Manager), or other event industry certifications are a plus.
• 7+ years of corporate event planning and management experience.
• Strong knowledge of venues and vendors throughout New York and across the U.S.
• Experience supporting executive-level stakeholders and managing high-profile events.
• Proven ability to build relationships across all levels of an organization.
• Hands-on experience with Cvent event management and registration platform.
• Strong budgeting, negotiation, project management, and organizational skills.
• Experience producing both in-person and hybrid events.
• Self-motivated with excellent judgment, initiative, and attention to detail.
• Able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional quality.
• Willingness to travel as needed to support events.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods during meetings and event execution.
• Ability to lift and carry materials and event supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Frequent use of a computer and standard office equipment.
• Ability to travel domestically as needed and work outside of normal business hours, including early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends, to support events.
• Ability to move throughout event venues, conference spaces, and production environments during setup, execution, and breakdown.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment requiring sustained attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Engagement Details

• Engagement: Full-Time, Temporary Leave Coverage (September 2026 – June 2027)
• Classification: Exempt
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Location: Onsite – Midtown, New York, NY
• Compensation: $4,0000 –$4,300 per week, plus a comprehensive benefits package

Perks & Benefits

• Hightly subsidized medical, dental, and vision plans (individual, dependent, and family coverage)
• Short-term & long-term disability benefits
• 401(k) with employer match (up to 2% of annual pay)
• Paid time off, including caregiving and personal leave options
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare & dependent care
• Supplemental health insurance coverage
• Commuter benefits & gym membership discounts
• Employee Assistance Program & life insurance
• Equipment borrowing program + discounts on gear purchases
• Access to professional development resources