Event Manager

Aquent; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized health plans

Vision and dental plans

Retirement plans with match

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Aquent is partnering with a leading global technology company dedicated to building a better internet—one that is more secure, reliable, and faster for everyone. They seek an event professional to join their strategic events team for a 9-month contract, shaping experiences for customers, prospects, partners, and internal stakeholders.

You’ll manage timelines, budgets, vendor coordination, run-of-show details, and post-event recaps, with a focus on pipeline growth and brand alignment across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Hospitality, or related field (tech/B2B preferred).
• 4+ years in event planning/management, field/experiential marketing, or corporate events.
• Experience supporting large-scale, high-visibility, or executive-level events.
• Strong PM skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management with vendors/production partners.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of key strategic events, including major customer gatherings and high-visibility programs.
• Manage event timelines, milestones, and cross-functional dependencies.
• Coordinate with marketing, sales, product, creative, operations, and leadership teams.
• Partner with vendors, venues, agencies, and production teams to deliver polished events.
• Track expenditures to ensure budget adherence and operational requirements.
• Oversee attendee management, registration workflows, and run-of-show planning.
• Create event briefs, provide status updates, and post-event recaps.
• Troubleshoot issues quickly and keep stakeholders informed when plans evolve.
• Ensure events reflect company brand, standards, and priorities.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Hospitality, or related field

Tools

CRM systems

Registration platforms

Event platforms

Job description

Aquent is partnering with a leading global technology company that is dedicated to building a better internet – one that is more secure, reliable, and faster for everyone. This innovative company is at the forefront of protecting and accelerating online experiences for millions of users worldwide, making a tangible impact on the digital landscape. They are seeking a talented individual to join their dynamic team and contribute to their mission.

Are you a master of orchestration, thriving on the energy of high‑profile events? We’re seeking a passionate and highly organized event professional to join our client’s strategic events team for a 9‑month contract. In this pivotal role, you won’t just plan events; you’ll craft unforgettable experiences that engage customers, prospects, partners, and internal stakeholders, directly contributing to pipeline growth and reinforcing our client’s market leadership. If you’re ready to dive into complex projects, manage every detail with precision, and see your efforts culminate in successful, impactful gatherings, then this is your opportunity to shine and leave a lasting mark on a global brand!

What You’ll Do

• Support the planning and execution of key strategic events, including major customer gatherings and other high‑visibility programs.
• Manage comprehensive event timelines, milestones, workback plans, and critical cross‑functional dependencies.
• Coordinate seamlessly with internal stakeholders across marketing, sales, product, creative, operations, and leadership teams.
• Partner effectively with external vendors, venues, agencies, and production teams to deliver polished and professional event experiences.
• Track all event expenditures meticulously to ensure adherence to budget and operational requirements.
• Oversee attendee management, registration workflows, communications, and detailed run‑of‑show planning.
• Build and maintain essential event briefs, provide regular status updates, and create insightful post‑event recaps.
• Troubleshoot issues quickly and proactively, keeping all stakeholders informed when plans evolve.
• Help ensure every event flawlessly reflects the company’s brand, standards, and strategic priorities.

Success in the Role

• Quickly integrate into the strategic events calendar and operating rhythms.
• Take ownership of event workstreams with minimal supervision.
• Keep stakeholders aligned through clear updates and effective issue escalation.
• Contribute to the flawless execution of priority programs.
• Help establish a reliable, repeatable event process that scales efficiently across all programs.

Must-Have Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in event planning or management, field marketing, experiential marketing, or corporate events.
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Hospitality, or a related field, preferably in tech or B2B.
• Experience supporting large‑scale, high‑visibility, or executive‑level events.
• Strong project management skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast‑moving environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working with external vendors, agencies, and production partners.
• Comfortable with budgets, production schedules, and event operations.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
• Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously and work under pressure.
• Proficiency in event platforms, project management tools, and CRM systems.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Experience supporting tech, B2B, or enterprise marketing events.
• Familiarity with large user conferences, tradeshows, or customer summits.
• Experience with registration platforms, attendee communications, and event operations tools.
• Strong sense of ownership and follow‑through.
• Ability to negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships.
• Experience with virtual event production and webinar tools.
• Familiarity with GDPR and data privacy regulations for event management.
• Knowledge of branding and design principles.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity or IT industry events.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands. Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match.

Aquent is an equal‑opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment‑one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

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