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Informa · 1 month ago

Event Manager

2644 30th St, Santa Monica, CA 90405, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$65K/yr - $77K/yr

Informa Markets, a division of Informa, creates global platforms for industries through large-scale events. The Event Manager will be responsible for producing events that enhance customer experiences while driving revenue and increasing attendance, collaborating with various internal teams to ensure alignment with customer needs and operational excellence.

B2BBusiness IntelligenceEventsInformation ServicesLead GenerationMarketingPublishing

Responsibilities

Gain a deep understanding of the market to support the development and delivery of events tailored to market needs and customer expectations

Collaborate with the VP of Events and Event Director to design events that appeal to all customer groups, from attendees to exhibitors, ensuring a clear value proposition and strategy that demonstrates ROI and return on time

Support the creation of innovative and interactive experiences at events, while adhering to budget and P&L forecasts

Collaborate on new ideas and agile event formats to engage customers in unique and valuable ways

Assist in interpreting customer insights through data and feedback to enhance the relevance and value of the event

Define project scope, setting goals, creating detailed project plans, allocating resources, and establishing timelines

Regularly monitor project progress against the plan, identifying potential issues, and taking necessary actions to stay on track. Ensuring project deliverables meet quality standards and requirements

Support event marketers in reviewing materials (emails, websites, press releases, etc.) and ensuring messaging aligns with customer needs

Manage the planning and execution of event floor features and activations, in collaboration with the VP, Events, and Operations teams

Maintain comprehensive event timelines, project plans, and post-event reports, ensuring all teams are aligned and deliverables are met

Act as the central communication point between Sales, Operations, Marketing, Retail, and Events ensuring seamless coordination and understanding of the event plan

Assist the Event VP in annual financial planning and monthly forecasting process, ensuring all activations and features stay within budget

Create mini-budgets for activations, raise purchase orders (POs), and track expenses to ensure financial targets are met

Serve as a liaison between the Event Operations and Sales teams to communicate bespoke event requirements, ensuring clear specifications and cost management

Responsible for representing the company in the market, building strong client relationships, and driving business growth through direct engagement and tailored solutions on behalf of Event VP

Qualification

Event managementBudget managementProject managementB2B events experienceAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsRelationship buildingCreative thinkingStrategic thinking

Required

Demonstrable experience in large-scale or B2B events and/or exhibitions, preferably with a marketing background

Proven ability to manage multiple projects, adhering to timelines while demonstrating flexibility when needed

Strong ability to build relationships across various teams and stakeholders, working effectively to achieve common goals

Experience in managing budgets, including creating mini budgets for event features, raising purchase orders, and tracking expenses

Excellent time management, organizational, and analytical skills with an ability to solve problems and react quickly to changing circumstances

Proven communication skills with the ability to provide relevant feedback and input on marketing materials, PR messaging, and customer-facing communications

Strong passion for creating sustainable, relevant, and exciting events that resonate with attendees and exhibitors

Ability to stay true to the brand's identity while developing event products that align with customer needs and deliver ROI

Excellent communicator with the ability to constructively challenge ideas and provide valuable input to the team

A strategic thinker who can generate innovative ideas and execute them efficiently, with a focus on profitability and customer satisfaction

Strong influencer with the ability to work across multiple functions and teams in a matrix environment

A creative yet analytical thinker, able to adapt and respond to market demands and uncover new opportunities

Willingness to travel (both domestic and international) as required to support event execution

Benefits

Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active colleague groups and networks promoting a positive, supportive, and collaborative work environment

Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available too

Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves

Time out: 15 days PTO rising to 20 after three years and 25 after six years, plus 10 national holidays, a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year

Competitive benefits, including a 401k match, health, vision and dental insurance, parental leave and an ESPP offering company shares at a minimum 15% discount

Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, free access to a wellness app and more

Recognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programs

As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world