Global Events Director — Remote-First

Chainlink Labs; New York (NY); Remote; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Chainlink Labs is seeking a Director of Events to lead our global events function, driving the flagship SmartCon and presence at major industry events. You will shape event strategy, build a high-performing team, and collaborate across Marketing, Sales, Product, and Finance to deliver exceptional experiences.

The role combines strategic vision with hands-on operations, budget governance, and vendor management across digital assets, financial services, and institutional investment sectors.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience leading large-scale events, with at least 3 years managing teams.
• Proven experience delivering flagship conferences, executive events, product launches, and sponsored industry events.
• Ability to develop and execute strategic event programmes that drive measurable outcomes.
• Experience managing significant event budgets and vendor relationships.
• Strong leadership with coaching and scaling teams, plus cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and mentor a global team of event professionals with a culture of excellence.
• Define and execute Chainlink's global event strategy aligned with objectives and commercial priorities.
• Own planning and delivery of SmartCon and presence at major conferences (Sibos, Money 20/20, etc.).
• Deliver executive experiences through customer events, product launches, receptions, and forums.
• Partner with Marketing, Sales, Product, Finance, Legal, and Procurement for smooth execution.
• Manage annual event budgets, vendors, and commercial negotiations.
• Establish scalable planning processes, governance, and standards globally.
• Measure success with KPIs, engagement, pipeline influence, and executive feedback.
• Ensure events meet brand, operational, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budget management

Vendor management

Stakeholder management

Project management

Communication

Tools

Event tech tools

Budget software

CRM systems

Job description

Chainlink Labs is seeking a Director of Events to lead our global events function, driving the flagship SmartCon and presence at major industry events. You will shape event strategy, build a high-performing team, and collaborate across Marketing, Sales, Product, and Finance to deliver exceptional experiences.

The role combines strategic vision with hands-on operations, budget governance, and vendor management across digital assets, financial services, and institutional investment sectors.