Senior Event Manager

Senior Event Manager

FNTECH - 3.7

Santa Ana, CA Job Details Full-time $135,000 - $150,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Vendor relationship building Sourcing Expense management Zoom Slack Communication platforms Bachelor's degree Stakeholder management Full Job Description Job Overview Client Management

• Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for a major technology client.
• Build strong client relationships and ensure a high level of service and responsiveness.
• Translate client objectives into clear event strategies and operational plans.
• Lead regular planning meetings and provide progress updates to client stakeholders.
• Become proficient with their software systems including their communication workspace and preferred content management platform. Event Strategy, Planning & Execution
• Manage the full lifecycle of events from concept through post-event reporting and budgeting.
• Coordinate internal teams including event management, creative, and production.
• Ensure client's requests are relayed to the team quickly and thoughtfully.
• Develop comprehensive event plans and manage information that can be easily translated to various departments and vendors.
• Organize and prepare your event team with the various responsibilities required by client to successfully execute their event.
• Source venues as client requests by creating Request for Proposals, manage responses, set up site visits, and negotiate contracts.
• Create attendee journey mapping and space planning for event including main venue, ancillary and evening events, and offsite activities.
• Manage vendors, lookbooks and guides including furniture and decor, staffing, catering, cleaning, security, swag, entertainment, transportation, and more.
• Manage logistics including workback plans, onsite production schedules, event agendas, shipping timelines, staffing schedules, and post event storage and product distribution.
• Ensure all events reflect the client's brand standards and messaging with Creative team.
• Anticipate preshow and onsite needs to develop contingency plans.
• Have a clear understanding of the full event including areas and activities not managed by our company or team.
• Lead on-site event execution and ensure seamless delivery. Budget & Vendor Management
• Prepare and maintain budgets for company, client and other vendors.
• Manage event budgets and ensure projects are delivered within financial parameters.
• Negotiate vendor contracts and manage relationships with venues, production companies, and suppliers.
• Monitor expenses and provide transparent reporting to both internal leadership and the client.
• Navigate client's finance process with internal administrative and finance teams to ensure paperwork is accurate and deadlines are met. Team Leadership
• Lead internal event management and coordinate cross-functional Production and Creative teams supporting the client account.
• Assist team members as needed to ensure all planning details are confirmed.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to event managers and other team members.
• Foster collaboration across departments to ensure successful event delivery. Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Marketing, Communications, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in corporate or agency management.
• Demonstrated experience producing small to large-scale conferences, product launches, or technology industry events.
• Strong client-facing experience with the ability to manage high-profile stakeholders.
• Excellent project management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage simultaneous workstreams and complex timelines.
• Calm under pressure during live production environments.
• Experience with technology and video conferencing platforms such as Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, Cisco Webex, Slack, Whatsapp, Sharepoint or similar tools. Preferred Qualifications
• Experience working with technology clients.
• Experience managing multimillion-dollar event budgets.
• Background in event production.

Join us as a Senior Event Manager to craft memorable experiences that inspire guests and elevate our brand presence. Bring your passion for hospitality, your knack for negotiation, and your flair for innovative event marketing—your next exciting opportunity awaits!

Pay:

$135,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person