Senior Manager, Events and Marketing

NielsenIQ; Illinois City (IL); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in business consulting seeks a Senior Event Manager to oversee the planning and execution of impactful events. This remote role requires strong event production skills and the ability to manage logistics, budgets, and vendor relationships effectively. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and collaborate with various teams to ensure successful events.

Qualifications

• Strong background in event production and operational administration.
• Proactive multitasker thriving in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end planning and execution of large-scale events.
• Develop and manage event budgets, timelines, and production schedules.
• Lead vendor sourcing and management for various event needs.

Skills

Event Production

Operational Administration

Multitasking

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Job Description

We’re seeking a highly organized, experienced, and strategic Senior Event Manager to lead the planning and execution of high-impact events that elevate our brand, engage key stakeholders, and drive business outcomes. This role is responsible for managing end-to-end event execution—including strategy, logistics, budgeting, content development, and on-site coordination—while also handling key administrative functions such as budget tracking, scheduling, and vendor contracting.

The ideal candidate is a proactive multitasker with a strong background in event production and operational administration, thriving in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Remote role. Travel is required (10-20%).

Key Responsibilities

1. Own the end-to-end planning and execution of large-scale conferences, internal meetings, client events, and executive programs (virtual, hybrid, and in-person).
2. Develop critical event elements, including venue selection, project planning and management, agenda development, event flow, speaker sourcing, theme ideation, creative/branding development, promotion/social activities, content development, materials production, on-site management, communication planning, F&B ordering, space planning, rooming lists, hotel activities, transportation arrangements, housing processes, and more.
3. Coordinate board meetings and support various project needs to adapt to team requirements.
4. Develop and manage event budgets, timelines, run-of-shows, and production schedules, including expense reconciliation.
5. Lead vendor sourcing and management, including venues, AV, production, catering, travel, and staffing.
6. Collaborate with marketing, sales, communications, and executive teams to align event content and messaging with business objectives.
7. Coordinate pre-event logistics such as registration, invitations, signage, collateral, and shipping of materials.
8. Manage administrative tasks like PO/invoice tracking, calendar management, documentation, and post-event reporting.
9. Support contract negotiations, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal standards.
10. Assist with executive travel arrangements and prep for speaking engagements.
11. Act as the on-site lead, managing run-of-show and resolving live issues professionally.
12. Track and analyze event success metrics for continuous improvement.
13. Ensure consistent brand representation and attendee experience across all touchpoints.
14. Stay updated on industry trends and recommend innovative formats and technologies for future events.
15. Support internal website (SharePoint) updates and development.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Marketing and Sales

Industries

• Business Consulting and Services
• Advertising Services