Field Event Coordinator

About the role

We’re looking for high-achievers, challenge-seekers, and innovation-chasers who never shy away from complex problems. The Field Event Coordinator will drive the logistics, coordination, and on-the-ground execution of our regional field events. You'll own the day-to-day details that make events run smoothly and support the Field and Integrated Marketing Lead on the coordination of flagship IPO and Private Equity events.

This is a great fit for someone early in their events career who wants hands-on experience across a full event calendar, working alongside Business Development, Partners, and a team of brand, content, and operations marketers.

Responsibilities

• Event Logistics: Coordinate all logistical details for regional field events including venue booking, catering, AV, invitation strategy, registration, signage, and vendor communication.
• Execution Support: Manage event timelines and checklists, ensuring every task is tracked and completed on schedule.
• Flagship Event Support: Assist the Senior Manager, Field and Integrated Marketing Programs with coordination tasks for flagship events, including sponsor logistics and on-site support.
• Vendor & Venue Coordination: Serve as the point of contact for venues, caterers, and other event vendors, managing contracts and day-of details.
• On-Site Management: Represent Connor Group on-site at regional events, managing setup, run-of-show, and troubleshooting in real time.
• Data & Reporting: Track event details and attendee data in Salesforce/CRM, supporting post-event reporting and follow-up.
• Budget Tracking: Help track event spend against budget and flag discrepancies to the team.

Required Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience planning or coordinating events (professional or academic/extracurricular experience considered)
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple event timelines simultaneously
• Comfortable communicating with vendors, venues, and internal stakeholders
• Sharp attention to detail
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

What Success Looks Like In Your First Year

• Regional events run smoothly, on time, and within budget, with attendees having a seamless experience
• Strong working relationships with vendors and venues that make future planning easier
• Reliable support to the flagship event team, with logistics handled proactively and details rarely missed

Why Connor Group

Connor Group is differentiated by our people, our culture, and our commitment to client service excellence. We hire entrepreneurial professionals who are passionate about solving complex challenges and creating lasting impact. You'll help bring to life the regional and flagship events that connect our firm to more than 2,000 of the most exciting brands on earth, building on the pragmatic, delivery-oriented approach that has driven $4.0T in client valuation since 2006.

Connor Group Core Traits

• The Ideal Candidate Will Demonstrate A proactive, ownership-oriented mindset
• Strong business judgment and discretion
• Exceptional attention to detail
• A collaborative, team-first approach
• The ability to navigate ambiguity and drive results
• A passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence

Pay

For candidates based in the San Francisco Bay Area, $70–80k.