Corporate Events Manager

Citizens Bank; Westwood (MA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement benefits

Education reimbursement

Wellness programs

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Citizens Bank is seeking a Corporate Events Manager to drive planning and flawless execution of internal executive events supporting senior leadership. The role partners with executive leadership, corporate communications, and business lines to deliver world‑class meetings, both in person and virtually.

The position requires meticulous attention to detail, experience with C‑suite audiences, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, event management, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in corporate events or internal communications‑led planning.
• Proficiency with virtual event platforms (MS Teams, WebEx, Zoom).
• Experience managing high‑profile events for C‑suite and senior leadership audiences.
• Strong executive presence and ability to influence senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end planning and execution of internal executive‑level events.
• Plan and execute virtual and hybrid events, including webinars and meetings.
• Schedule and run cross‑functional planning meetings and provide logistical support.
• Manage registration, invitations, and reporting.
• Oversee venue selection, AV, food & beverage, transportation, and on‑site execution.
• Monitor event performance and provide post‑event analysis and reports.
• Manage budgets, invoices, and budget reconciliation.
• Ensure adherence to procurement, legal, and compliance guidelines.
• Monitor Corporate Events mailbox and respond to inquiries.

Skills

Event planning

Executive communication

Project management

Budget management

Vendor management

Virtual events

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing/communications/event management

Tools

MS Teams

WebEx

Zoom

Job description

Description

The Corporate Events Manager is responsible for the strategic planning, flawless execution, and continuous evolution of internal colleague and recognition events supporting the bank’s most senior executives. This role partners closely with executive leadership, corporate communications, and other business lines to deliver world‑class meetings and events, both in person and virtually. This role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, experience working with executive leadership, and a high level of professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end‑to‑end planning and execution of internal executive‑level events, including leadership meetings, executive offsites, town halls, and recognition celebrations.
• Plan, organize, and execute virtual and hybrid events, including webinars and meetings.
• Schedule and run cross‑functional planning meetings and provide logistical support and operations consultation, as needed.
• Manage registration‑related tasks, from site development to creating invitations to reporting.
• Oversee all event logistics, including venue selection, production, AV, technology, food & beverage, transportation, and on‑site execution.
• Monitor and evaluate event performance, providing post‑event analysis and reports, as needed.
• Manage financial administration, including processing invoices and budget reconciliation.
• Ensure adherence to procurement, legal, and compliance guidelines.
• Monitor and respond to messages in the Corporate Events mailbox.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, event management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in corporate events, executive events, or internal communications‑led event planning.
• Proficiency with virtual event platforms (ie MS Teams, Web Ex and Zoom).
• Proven experience managing high‑profile, high‑visibility events for C‑suite and senior leadership audiences.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence, advise, and communicate effectively with senior stakeholders.
• Exceptional project management skills with the ability to manage multiple complex events simultaneously.
• Demonstrated success managing budgets, vendors, and logistics with precision and professionalism
• Knowledge of AV equipment and show calling
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized, proactive, and adaptable in fast‑paced environments
• Some travel required for site visits and onsite execution support.

Hours and Schedule:

Hours: 40

Schedule: M-F 8-5 In office 4 days a week 1 day remote in our Westwood MA Office

Pay Transparency

The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $111,000 per year, plus an opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. Actual pay is based on various factors including but not limited to the budget, work location, and relevant skills and experience.

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, maternity/paternity leave, flexible work arrangements, education reimbursement, wellness programs and more. Note, Citizens’ paid time off policy exceeds the mandatory, paid sick or paid time‑away policy of every local and state jurisdiction in the United States. For an overview of our benefits, visit https://jobs.citizensbank.com/benefits .

Equal Employment Opportunity

Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence, family status/parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague’s or a dependent’s reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws. At Citizens, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that enables all colleagues to bring their best selves to work every day and everyone is expected to be treated with respect and professionalism. Employment decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, performance and capability.