Event Manager

Walker & Dunlop•Denver, CO

5d•$75,000 - $85,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are Walker & Dunlop. We are one of the largest providers of capital to the commercial real estate industry, enabling real estate owners and operators to bring their visions of communities — where people live, work, shop, and play — to life. We are committed to creating meaningful social, environmental, and economic change in our communities. Department Overview The W&D Event Department plans and executes events for both W&D employees and external clients. They prioritize creating outstanding client experiences to maximize the value of the event for the attendees and to support the business goals. The department also collaborates with Human Resources to improve community engagement and marketing efforts focused on strengthening client relationships. The Impact You Will Have The Event Manager, reporting to the Vice President, is responsible for managing internal events, conference coordination and trade shows aligned with strategic business and brand objectives. The Event Manager must be a flexible team player; highly organized, detail-oriented and able to thrive in a high volume, fast paced, collaborative and creative environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field.
3+ years of experience owning events.
Plan, organize, and manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced event environment, demonstrating a high level of accuracy and thoroughness in produced work.
Apply big picture thinking, with a natural tendency to anticipate implications and needs beyond the immediate task.
Strong vendor management experience, including sourcing, coordination and oversight of implementation.
Deliver clear, targeted communication, adapting style to internal stakeholders, clients, and vendors, with a focus on achieving results.
Provide high-quality customer service to internal stakeholders and external clients, ensuring a positive and professional event experience.
Evaluate new information and apply sound judgment to support effective problem-solving and decision-making for both current and future events.
Collect, assess, and analyze information from multiple sources to develop recommendations and support informed decision-making.
Collaborate proactively with team members and support key departmental functions and initiatives.
Experience with event management software to support registration, logistics, and overall event operations.
Proficient in Microsoft Suite.

Nice To Haves

Adobe Creative Suite
Salesforce
Bizzabo
Box
Asana

Responsibilities

Independently manage and own assigned meetings and events across the full event life-cycle, including all logistical and operational coordination.
Plan and oversee end-to-end event timelines and project plans to ensure efficient execution, timely delivery, and adherence to budget.
Cultivate strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders via phone, email, and in-person interactions, proactively streamlining processes to minimize client effort throughout the event lifecycle.
Leverage event management platforms (Bizzabo, project management software (Asana), and CRM (Salesforce) tools to organize event details, monitor progress, and maintain accurate attendee and client records.
Assist in execution of large company events to include Summer Conference and All Company Retreat, as assigned.
Administrative support to include but not limited to research and data collection, executing event payment processes, and post event documentation.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Attendance is generally required from 8:30 am – 5:30 pm local time, Tuesday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays.

Benefits

The opportunity to join one of Fortune Magazine’s Great Places to Work winners from 2015-2023
Comprehensive benefit options that have earned Walker & Dunlop the silver level of the 2022 Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation™
Up to 83% subsidized medical payroll deductions
Competitive dental and vision benefits
401(k) + match
Pre-tax transit and commuting benefits
A robust health and wellness program – earn cash rewards and gain access to resources that promote health, engagement, and balance
Paid maternity and parental leave, as well as other family paid leave programs
Company-paid life, short and long-term disability insurance
Health Savings Account and Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Career development opportunities
Empowerment and encouragement to give back – volunteer hours and donation matching