Senior Meeting Manager

BCD Meetings & Events; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working

Room to Grow

Everyone has a voice

Make your move

We’ve got you covered

We’re positive

Job summary

BCD Meetings & Events is seeking a Senior Meeting Manager for onsite leadership of corporate meetings, leadership events and conferences in Spring, TX. You will guide strategy, elevate attendee experiences and ensure flawless execution from kickoff to recap.

The role requires managing budgets, timelines and vendor relationships, with travel up to 30% annually. You will partner with executives and cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional events and drive business impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or CMP certification preferred.
• Experience with international meetings and high-visibility programs is valued.
• Experience supporting executive stakeholders and management teams.
• Strong proficiency with MS Office, Teams, Webex and Zoom.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end corporate meetings, leadership events, conferences and programs from kickoff to final recap.
• Guide strategy, elevate attendee experience and keep every detail on track.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, vendors and internal teams to ensure success.
• Manage budgets, timelines and contracts to maximize value.

Skills

End-to-end planning

Executive relationships

Budget management

Cvent tools

Timeline management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CMP certification

Tools

MS Office

Teams

Webex

Zoom

Job description

About Us

At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world’s most trusted and innovative meetings and events agency, BCD M&E cultivates a culture of people, passion and purpose to drive business forward.

About Us

At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world’s most trusted and innovative meetings and events agency, BCD M&E cultivates a culture of people, passion and purpose to drive business forward.

Headquartered in Chicago, with locations in 60+ countries across the world, BCD M&E’s team of 2,000+ people are committed to sustainability and driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, and we look for people that want to be a part of something special, can rise to our standards and love to bring their unique perspective to the table.

While we can’t guarantee every day will be the best (who can?), we can promise a community of people who genuinely care and lead with empathy, a flexible workplace with awesome perks and challenging work that means something.

See what life is about at BCD M&E at bcdme.com/careers

At BCD Meetings & Events, we believe the best outcomes come from combining human expertise, innovation and responsible AI. We're investing in technology and talent to help our teams solve complex challenges, create exceptional experiences, advance more sustainable event practices and deliver stronger outcomes for clients around the world. AI supports how we work, learn and innovate, but people remain at the center of every decision, including all hiring decisions.

About The Role

If you love bringing big meetings to life and making complex event plans look effortless, this could be your next move. As a Senior Meeting Manager, you’ll lead corporate meetings, leadership events, conferences, and special programs from kickoff to final recap. You’ll be the go-to partner for stakeholders, trusted to guide strategy, elevate the attendee experience, and keep every detail on track. This is a high-visibility role for someone who’s polished, proactive, and energized by delivering exceptional events.

You’re Good At

• Leading end-to-end planning and execution for complex corporate meetings and events with confidence and precision
• Building strong relationships with executives, clients, suppliers, and internal teams while acting as a trusted advisor
• Managing budgets, forecasting, reconciliation, and contract negotiations with a sharp eye for value, accuracy, and compliance
• Using Cvent and event tech tools to handle registration, attendee communications, reporting, mobile apps, and onsite solutions
• Juggling multiple priorities, solving problems quickly, and keeping timelines, logistics, and communications running smoothly

You Might Also Have

• A college degree, bachelor’s degree, or CMP certification
• International meeting and event experience, plus strong destination and travel industry knowledge
• Experience supporting executive-level stakeholders and other high-visibility programs
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Teams, Webex, and Zoom
• A customer-first, consultative style with executive presence and standout written and verbal communication

You Should Know

• This is an onsite position in Spring, Texas five days a week.
• Travel for this role is up to 30% annually, both international and domestic.

THE PERKS

Flexible Working

We believe that a flexible working environment is key to getting the best out of our teams. We will support you to work where you need to and when you need to, depending on how you work best.

Room to Grow

Our line of work and business structure challenge our people in a way that inspires growth, with learning and development built into every role. We give individuals ownership over the direction and speed in which they grow.

Everyone has a voice

We thrive on conversations that spark curiosity and empathy. No matter how big or how small, every voice is heard, considered and respected.

Make your move

The diversity of roles across BCD M&E’s global locations means that our people often find new adventures during their time with us. Join us as a meeting planner role in the UK, stay for a global marketing career — there’s always room to move.

We’ve got you covered

Our extensive benefits include comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, continued education support, diverse work locations, travel and hotel discounts, volunteer and sustainability opportunities and a successful employee recognition program.

We’re positive. You’ll love it.

It starts from the top. Our leaders lead with positivity, believe in our people and trust us to do the right thing. There will always be support along your journey, in little and big ways.

Travel requirements for this role are as follows:25% to 50%

We carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors, including your professional background and experience. The salary range for candidates in applicable jurisdictions in the US for the position of Senior Meeting Manager is between $65,000 - $90,000. The actual pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience, geographical location, and project budget.