Manager, Corporate Events

Job Description

Manage all event logistics for a variety of in-person, virtual, and hybrid events of varying complexity for both internal and external audiences.
Collaborate strategically with internal business partners across the enterprise to understand and support their goals, proactively integrating events into business plans to drive results.
Build and maintain strong internal business partner relationships by delivering exceptional customer service and ensuring successful event outcomes with flawless execution.
Partner with enterprise leaders to develop compelling agendas and drive customer and colleague engagement, influencing overall event design and leveraging best practices.
Develop and manage project plans, timelines, budgets, project status, and expectations.
Identify operational challenges and develop solution-oriented strategies and processes.
Work cross-functionally with internal teams including Operations, Legal, Security, IT, Human Resources, Compliance, Communications, and Marketing to coordinate all event components.
Collaborate with Procurement on legal contracts, statements of work (SOWs), and letters of agreement (LOAs) to oversee and manage event financials, supplier payments, event reconciliation, and cost-savings documentation.
Prepare post event recaps and reports measuring key ROI (return on investment) and indicators and survey metrics.

Skills

• Strong business acumen, including analytical, organizational, and planning skills, with a solution-oriented approach to decision-making
• Dedicated and focused, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple competing tasks
• Strong presentation and leadership skills to influence credibly and effectively at all levels of the enterprise
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong understanding of meeting technologies and project management
• Demonstrates accountability, ownership, collaboration and a commitment to innovation in every aspect of event management

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of event management experience with internal and external stakeholders
• Expertise in Cvent (RFP, website development, overall management, communications, reporting)
• Cvent certification REQUIRED