CBRE · 1 month ago
Meeting & Events Manager - Mountain View CA
Mountain View, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $125K/yr
4+ years expCBRE is a global leader in commercial real estate and investment services, seeking a Meeting & Events Manager to deliver high-quality experience services and events. This role involves managing complex events, engaging with high-profile clients, and ensuring operational excellence to align with client needs.
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Responsibilities
Lead and execute all elements of event planning and management as the primary point of contact
Handle Tier 1 (large, complex) and offsite events for high-profile engagements
Develop and communicate end-to-end event plans, engaging in curation and ideation as needed
Source, select, and recommend vendors for catering, decor, entertainment, and giveaways
Organize event logistics including set-up, staff communication, vendor management, attendee/speaker requests, and tear-down
Manage food and beverage services, including menu planning and catering selection
Support budget creation and adherence, ensuring timely request and review of invoices
Serve as the key contact for clients, ensuring thorough communication and understanding of event details
Coordinate regular engagement to resolve complex issues and provide a positive experience
Develop and distribute materials that comply with client and company brand guidelines
Capture post-event reporting and reconciliation, providing recommendations for improvement
Manage a team of Hosts who serve as cultural and community ambassadors
Ensure all employee-facing services within the building or campus, including Concierge, Reception, Room Management, A/V Support, Meeting & Event Management, Community Programs, Food Services, Parking & Commute, Moves, Adds, Changes, Space Reset, and Workplace Onboarding
Establish work schedules, assign tasks, cross-train staff, and develop team skills
Review staff workloads and adjust proactively to meet business demands
Ensure consistency in service through continuous review and improvement of processes
Provide mentorship and guidance to team members
Recommend recruitment, selection, corrective action, and termination of staff
Prepare and deliver performance appraisals
Model behaviors that are consistent with company values and motivate staff to attain performance goals
Maintain relationships with internal and external clients and vendors
Coordinate with company and client IT teams on technology and training needs
Manage negotiations for contract services and ensure vendor compliance with insurance and contractual documentation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in a related field of work or equivalent work experience and a minimum of 4+ years working in the meetings industry in areas such as a planner, travel management, hotel sales or similar preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience (equivalent work experience = 2 years experience for every year of higher-level education)
Experience exercising project management skills with a focus on event planning
Proficient in vendor management and negotiation
Experience in supervising and mentoring a team
Preferred
Certified Meeting Professional Certification preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability coverage
401(k) plan starting the first day of the month following your start date
Professional Development
Career Advancement
Company Resources
Company
CBRE
Operating across every dimension of commercial real estate, CBRE sees more so you can do more.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.8BKey Investors
Athene Capital
2025-11-05Post Ipo Debt· $750M
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2024-02-20Post Ipo Debt· $500M
Leadership Team
Adam Gallistel
Co-CEO and CIO
Andrew Glanzman
Chief Executive Officer of CBRE’s Real Estate Investments
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