Field Manager

Jobtailor; Toronto; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Event Manager to lead planning, coordination, and execution of complex events. You will manage multiple projects, coordinate with vendors, and maintain strong client relations from kickoff to onsite delivery.

The role emphasizes budgeting acumen, design sensibility, and the ability to work independently, including travel, evenings, and weekends as needed. Join a fast-paced team driving memorable brand experiences.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience in event management, including event planning, conference management, operational event management, project management, hospitality management, exhibitions, trade shows, promotions, and special events.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Creativity and an eye for design.
• Strong business acumen and affinity for budgeting.
• Ability to handle high-stress situations and use problem-solving techniques.
• Client-service orientation and ability to build strong working relationships.
• Strong attention to detail, meticulous follow-up, and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning workstreams and event execution.
• Support project kickoff, delivery, and logistics planning meetings.
• Manage multiple interconnected event projects of moderate to high complexity simultaneously.
• Prepare internal and external written briefings for clients and implementation teams.
• Act as client liaison throughout projects.
• Plan timelines and milestones.
• Manage onsite events and conferences.
• Coordinate with creative, production, build, and third-party vendor teams.
• Hire, train, and manage Brand Ambassador teams.
• Review stored assets and meet vendors at offsite warehouses.
• Manage inventory of devices and hardware.
• Drop off and pick up assets at client offices and warehouses.
• Handle costing, project budgeting, procurement, and budget reconciliations.
• Identify and maintain operational best practices.
• Work independently, adjust schedules for events, and attend onsite activities.

Skills

Event management

Project management

Budgeting

Client liaison

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Lead planning workstreams and event execution


• Support project kickoff, delivery, and logistics planning meetings


• Manage multiple interconnected event projects of moderate to high complexity simultaneously


• Prepare internal and external written briefings for clients and implementation teams


• Act as client liaison throughout projects


• Plan timelines and milestones


• Manage onsite events and conferences


• Coordinate with creative, production, build, and third-party vendor teams


• Hire, train, and manage Brand Ambassador teams


• Review stored assets and meet vendors at offsite warehouses


• Manage inventory of devices and hardware


• Drop off and pick up assets at client offices and warehouses


• Handle costing, project budgeting, procurement, and budget reconciliations


• Identify and maintain operational best practices


• Work independently, adjust schedules for events, and attend onsite activities

Requirements

• 2-3 years’ experience in event management, including event planning, conference management, operational event management, project management, hospitality management, exhibitions, trade shows, promotions, and special events


• Excellent organizational and planning skills


• Creativity and an eye for design


• Strong business acumen and affinity for budgeting


• Ability to handle high-stress situations and use problem-solving techniques


• Client-service orientation and ability to build strong working relationships


• Strong attention to detail, meticulous follow-up, and proactive approach


• Use of a vehicle to attend client meetings and site visits


• Ability to work flexible hours, including overnight travel, evenings, and weekends


• Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office


• Ability to work in a digital work environment

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in event management, including planning, execution, and logistics coordination for complex projects. Proficient in budgeting, client relations, and maintaining operational best practices in a fast-paced environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Event Management


• Project Management


• Budgeting


• Client Liaison


• Organizational Skills

Hard Skills

• Event Planning


• Conference Management


• Operational Event Management


• Hospitality Management


• Exhibitions


• Trade Shows


• Promotions


• Special Events


• Problem-Solving Techniques


• Inventory Management

Soft Skills

• Creativity


• Attention to Detail


• Client-Service Orientation


• Strong Working Relationships


• Ability to Handle High-Stress Situations

Industry Keywords

• Event Execution


• Logistics Planning


• Brand Ambassador Management


• Procurement


• Operational Best Practices

Tools & Technologies

• Google Workspace


• Microsoft Office