Senior Global Event Planner & Lead Coordinator

Project Management Institute; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Skill development opportunities

Access to a global network

Flexible work-time options

Award and bonus opportunities

Job summary

Project Management Institute seeks a Senior Event Manager to lead end-to-end event planning and execution for in-person and virtual gatherings. You will manage budgets, coordinate with venues and vendors, and mentor team members while ensuring exceptional attendee experiences.

The role requires 7+ years in event planning, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to work across time zones. Candidates should be comfortable with travel and global collaboration.

Qualifications

• Senior-level event planning and execution experience.
• Experience with in-person and virtual meetings or events.
• Ability to work outside normal hours and weekends.
• Proficiency in planning meetings and events domestically and internationally.
• Strong contract negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of in-person or virtual events from concept to completion.
• Collaborate with business owners to create detailed event plans and budgets.
• Adhere to budget and policy guidelines.
• Source and coordinate with venues, AV providers, decorators, and other vendors.
• Ensure on-site execution with a focus on attendee experience.
• Define templates, playbooks and process improvements for repeatable delivery.

Skills

Event planning

Budgeting

Negotiation

Vendor management

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Certifications: CMP, PMP, CAPM

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Project Management Institute seeks a Senior Event Manager to lead end-to-end event planning and execution for in-person and virtual gatherings. You will manage budgets, coordinate with venues and vendors, and mentor team members while ensuring exceptional attendee experiences.

The role requires 7+ years in event planning, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to work across time zones. Candidates should be comfortable with travel and global collaboration.