Events Manager

Credera Experienced Hiring • Chicago, IL

8h

About The Position

We seek an experienced Events Manager to lead the design, planning, and execution of high-impact events that drive business growth and strengthen client relationships. In this role, you'll spearhead a diverse portfolio of C-level executive events, industry-specific conferences and gatherings, and innovative virtual events. This is a strategic position that goes beyond traditional logistics. You'll own the complete event lifecycle from concept to post-event analysis, requiring both operational excellence and creative storytelling. You see events as a strategic business tool, not just a calendar obligation. You have the operational rigor to manage timelines, vendors, and budgets, and the creative spark to write compelling event copy, shape the attendee experience, and tell a story that resonates. You'll collaborate with sales teams and senior leaders to understand their objectives and translate them into events that deliver results. You're comfortable managing the logistics of a 500-person conference as well as crafting the narrative arc of a C-level roundtable. Most importantly, you view each event as an opportunity to strengthen client relationships, showcase our expertise, and drive business impact.

Requirements

• 5+ years of event management experience
• Proven track record planning and executing events with executive-level attendance
• Strong project management and organizational skills with ability to juggle multiple events simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to create compelling event copy and marketing materials
• Proficiency with event management software and virtual event platforms
• Experience collaborating with sales teams and senior leadership to achieve business objectives
• Strong vendor negotiation and budget management experience
• Ability to think strategically about event ROI and business impact

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the professional services, technology, or consulting sectors
• Familiarity with Adobe products and/or marketing technology
• Experience producing virtual or hybrid events
• Event marketing or copywriting background
• Project management certification
• Knowledge of CRM systems and event registration platforms

Responsibilities

• Executive Event Leadership: Conceptualize, plan, and execute sophisticated C-level events that showcase thought leadership, build brand prestige, and facilitate meaningful business conversations
• Multi-Format Event Management: Manage a variety of event types including in-person conferences, industry-specific symposiums, and virtual/hybrid experiences, adapting strategy based on audience and objectives
• End-to-End Event Ownership: Own all aspects of event execution including venue selection, vendor management, budgeting, timeline management, logistics coordination, and post-event reporting
• Content & Copywriting: Develop compelling event messaging, speaker briefs, promotional copy, agenda narratives, and attendee communications that align with brand voice and drive engagement
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner closely with sales teams to identify business opportunities and align events with revenue goals; work with senior leadership to ensure events reflect organizational strategy and values
• Vendor & Budget Management: Negotiate with vendors, manage event budgets, track ROI, and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality
• Virtual Event Strategy: Design engaging virtual and hybrid event experiences that replicate the value and networking opportunities of in-person events
• Post-Event Analysis: Measure event success through attendee feedback, engagement metrics, and business outcomes; incorporate learnings into future event strategy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed