FCM Meetings and Events - Dedicated Event Manager - New York City, NY

Flight Centre•New York, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Join FCM Meetings & Events, part of the Flight Centre Travel Group, where creativity meets global impact. As an Event Manager, you’ll lead the delivery of exciting live, virtual, and hybrid events for a dedicated finance client, bringing ideas to life from concept through execution. This is a hands-on role where you’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage multiple projects, and create memorable experiences that leave a lasting impression. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment and love bringing people together, this opportunity is for you. This role typically operates Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with flexibility to support occasional evening and weekend event delivery. This position will initially focus on supporting a dedicated finance client during a 12-month maternity leave coverage period. Following this assignment, there is an exciting opportunity to either transition into a permanent role with the client or join the broader FCM Meetings & Events team.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years’ experience in event, conference, or incentive management
Experience managing live, virtual, and hybrid events
Strong project management, multitasking, and time management skills
Proven ability to manage budgets and financial reconciliation
Experience with event management platforms (Cvent or similar)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and detail-oriented mindset
Ability to manage large data sets and reporting (Excel functions like VLOOKUP)
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Nice To Haves

Experience with group travel coordination and supplier engagement preferred
Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, hospitality, business, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end planning and successful execution of assigned events
Build and manage event critical paths, timelines, and deliverables
Develop, track, and reconcile event budgets and financials
Oversee onsite and pre/post-event logistics, ensuring quality and accuracy
Manage, mentor, and guide support team members across projects
Maintain accurate documentation, reporting, and event files
Deliver exceptional client service through clear, professional communication
Respond to client and delegate queries within agreed timeframes
Ensure compliance with event processes, systems, and standards
Build and manage registration platforms, delegate data, and event technology tools
Coordinate payments, invoicing, and financial reconciliation processes
Contribute to proposal development, supplier sourcing, and destination knowledge
Travel for site inspections and onsite event delivery as required (6–10 trips annually)
Other duties and tasks as assigned
Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and accessible work environment where all Flighties feel welcomed, respected, and supported to thrive

Benefits

Have fun
Reward & Recognition
Use your smarts
Love for travel
Personal connections
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through initiatives like Diversity Day (paid leave to observe a holiday or cultural celebration of your choice) Employee Resource Groups (Racial Equity, Gender Equity, LGBTQ2IA+, Accessibility, Environmental Justice), DEI education initiatives, and equitable practices, including regular equity assessments and inclusive recruitment protocols.
A career, not a job
We back our people all the way
Giving Back: Our Corporate Social Responsibility program supports nominated charities through volunteering and fundraising, complemented by our Office Environmental Program, LEED® Gold-certified office spaces, and 1 paid Volunteer Day per calendar year.
Paid Time Off: A comprehensive time off package, including up to 15 vacation days (prorated upon hire and increasing to 20 days after 2 years of employment), 5 sick days, 3 personal days, 1 Diversity Day, 1 Volunteer Day, and 8 recognized holidays annually.
Travel perks/discounts
Health & Wellness Programs and Employee Financial Wellness Services
National/International Award Nights and Conferences
Health benefits including, medical, dental, vision, gender affirming care, and fertility care
Insurance including hospital indemnity, AD&D, critical illness, long-term and short-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
401k program with partial match
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Employee Share Plan – Ability to purchase company stock on Australian Stock Exchange with partial company match, subject to terms and conditions
Global career opportunities in a network of brands and businesses