Event Manager

YO IT Consulting; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

YO IT Consulting in Bengaluru is seeking an energetic Events Manager to lead event planning and client engagement across multiple centres. You will design and execute community events, corporate gatherings, and premium client experiences, focusing on quality and revenue opportunities.

The ideal candidate will have 4-8 years of experience in event management, strong vendor skills, and proficiency in budget management tools. This role requires a fast-paced, high-growth mindset to enhance client engagement and retention.

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of experience in event management, hospitality, coworking, or corporate events.
• Strong vendor management and negotiation skills.
• Experience handling multi-location operations.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive the end-to-end event lifecycle across all centres.
• Plan and execute community engagement events and corporate events.
• Manage event budgets, vendor quality, and timelines.

Skills

Budget management tools proficiency

Event management software experience

Vendor management

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Job Details

Job title: Events Manager

Location: Bangalore

Experience: 4-8 years

Role Overview

We are looking for a highly energetic and execution-focused Events Manager to lead event planning, client engagement, and experience delivery across centres. This role will be responsible for designing and executing community events, client engagement programs, corporate gatherings, festive activations, and premium client-specific experiences that strengthen community, improve retention, and generate additional revenue opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and drive the end-to-end event lifecycle across all centres.
• Plan and execute community engagement events, networking sessions, startup meetups, workshops, wellness sessions, masterclasses, corporate & enterprise client events, leadership roundtables, curated experiences, festive and cultural activations.
• Ensure high-quality, consistent execution standards across centres.
• Act as the primary point of contact for client-driven events and partner with enterprise clients to design customized event experiences.
• Source, onboard, and manage vendors across décor, catering, AV, entertainment, and production; negotiate commercials; ensure cost efficiency.
• Manage event budgets, approvals, and spend tracking; maintain vendor quality, timelines, and service standards.
• Identify opportunities to drive event‑led revenue (ticketed events, paid experiences), build brand partnerships and sponsorships, and collaborate with Sales & Marketing to monetize events.
• Work closely with Operations, Sales, Marketing, and HR teams for seamless execution and align event initiatives with broader business objectives.
• Maintain a centralised event calendar across all centres; track and report on performance metrics, attendance, engagement, client feedback, ROI, and overall impact.
• Drive continuous improvement in event quality and experience standards.

Must-Have Skills & Experience

• Proficiency in budget management tools or software (Excel spreadsheets, basic accounting software, ERP systems, specialized event management software).
• Experience with event management software and event management across corporate conferences, trade shows, exhibitions, social and entertainment events, and multiple event types across industries.
• Vendor management and budget management experience.

Required Experience & Skills

• 4–8 years of experience in event management, hospitality, coworking, or corporate events.
• Strong vendor management and negotiation skills.
• Experience handling multi‑location / multi‑site operations.
• Strong stakeholder management and ownership mindset.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment.
• Commercial awareness, budgeting, and revenue orientation preferred.