Senior Events Manager

Established in 2004, OLIVER is the world’s first and only specialist in designing, building, and running bespoke in-house agencies and marketing ecosystems for brands. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting. Our unique model drives creativity and efficiency, allowing us to deliver tailored solutions that resonate deeply with audiences. 

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Role: Senior Events Manager

Location: Boston, MA 

About the role: 

OLIVER is hiring a Senior Events Manager to join the team!  This role will be dedicated to a global financial services account. Events will be based in the Boston area.

What you will be doing: 

• Plan & execute unique client entertainment opportunities aligned to brand & business objectives, in accordance with our client's compliance guidelines 
• For current & future sponsorships, ensure client entertainment and event benefits are delivered and partnerships are maximized according to core objectives 
• Serve as the primary point of contact for event organizers and sponsorship partners, as well as internal stakeholders, to ensure clear communication & seamless execution 
• Oversee event budget, tracking expenses, and develop detailed post-event reports to measure impact and return on investment (ROI) 
• Exceptional organizational, time management, multitasking and communication skills. Experience managing sporting sponsorships / entertainment is preferred but not essential. 
• Event planning and project management including creation of timelines, invitation process, thorough and regular communications to attendees, suppliers and stakeholders  
• Financial management, including: budget development and management, expense management and invoice processing, timely post-meeting reconciliation and final financial reporting  
• Sourcing, negotiating and managing site selections, contract management for venues and suppliers  
• Coordinate registration, transportation, hotel accommodations, entertainment, gift selection, audio/visual needs, staging and speaker selection for all programs; strong focus on vendor management  
• Work with the team to ensure adherence to the client’s standards of operation and policies; ensure compliance and risk guidelines are followed  
• Travel (when applicable, no more than 20% annually) for site inspections and on-site management of live events to ensure full coordination of logistics and on-site teams for in-person events  
• Post event wrap up including final attendees, budget reconciliation, observations, as well as client debriefs for year over year improvements  
• Co-plan with colleagues and the client on larger scale programs; strong team player  
• Create and closely monitor value adds at every opportunity and demonstrate commercial awareness  
• Share knowledge of best practices, new suppliers, services and venues  
• Deepen relations with existing clients and maximize on all opportunities to generate new business  

What you need to be great in this role: 

• 5+ years event experience required, in a corporate or financial services environment preferred  
•  experience of events, sponsorships, conferences, meeting and production management, including but not limited to C-level executive events, cocktail receptions and dinners, meetings and multi-day events  
• experience in working with and managing senior clients  
• project management skills, including: budget creation, management and reconciliation  
• Motivated, self-starter, ability to work independently and project plan; ability to think innovatively  
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously; proven ability to work well under pressure to meet established deadlines  
• Proven ability to mentor team members, development operations, organizational systems and processes  
• Proven ability to think innovatively to bring events/programs to fruition  
• Resourceful individual with the ability to take direction and work independently; be proactive with ideas and creative solutions  
• Customer focus, approachable; ability to adjust to client needs and style and deepen relationships in support of their programs; adapt to ever changing demands and different client work styles  
• Strong client management skills  
• Strong oral and written communication skills  
• Ambitious, proactive and highly organized  
• Willing to travel to various locations for site-visits and on-site management of events  
• Experience working with large and complex databases 
• Proficient with Microsoft Office  
• At the time of this posting, the base salary for this position may range from $102,000.00 to $114,000.00. Individual compensation varies based on job related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. The range listed is just one component of OLIVER’s total compensation package.

Req ID: 14906

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