FCM Meetings and Events - Head of Events - Corporate Traveller - Toronto, ON

Flight Centre•Ontario, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Head of Events, Corporate Traveller Canada is responsible for leading the launch, growth, and operational readiness of the Corporate Traveller Meetings & Events business in Canada under the global Meetings & Events single operating model. This role will be accountable for developing and executing the go-to-market strategy, building a sustainable sales pipeline, establishing strong partnerships with Corporate Traveller sales and account management teams, and ensuring the successful delivery of Meetings & Events solutions to clients. The role will work closely with Corporate Traveller Canada leadership, Meetings & Events leadership, and regional stakeholders to establish the Corporate Traveller Meetings & Events proposition, drive revenue growth, and create a scalable operating framework for future expansion. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership across sales, client growth, operational readiness, service delivery, and future team development to ensure sustainable and profitable growth.

Requirements

Proven experience leading Meetings & Events or a similar business function
Demonstrated success in launching or growing new business lines or products
Strong experience developing and executing go-to-market strategies
Track record of building and managing sales pipelines
Experience working with sales and account management teams in a B2B environment
Strong client relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills
Strategic thinker with experience in revenue growth and business planning
Experience working with regional or global stakeholders
Strong commercial acumen, including forecasting and performance reporting

Responsibilities

Lead the launch, growth, and operational readiness of the Corporate Traveller Meetings & Events business in Canada
Develop and execute a go-to-market strategy aligned with global business objectives
Build and maintain a strong, sustainable sales pipeline
Identify, qualify, and secure new Meetings & Events opportunities across the client portfolio and market
Establish and nurture strategic partnerships with Corporate Traveller sales, account management, and leadership teams
Develop strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders to drive retention and growth
Create and execute market launch plans including sales enablement, positioning, and client acquisition strategies
Establish frameworks to support operational readiness and future scalability
Partner with M&E operational leaders to ensure seamless onboarding, implementation, and delivery of client programs
Develop business cases, growth plans, revenue forecasts, and performance reporting
Define and monitor key performance indicators including revenue, pipeline, retention, and profitability
Act as the primary M&E representative within Corporate Traveller Canada leadership
Achieve financial targets, growth objectives, and strategic milestones
Represent Corporate Traveller M&E at industry events and networking opportunities
Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and accessible work environment where all Flighties feel welcomed, respected, and supported to thrive.

Benefits

Generous paid time off policy
Travel perks/discounts
Health & Wellness Programs and Employee Financial Wellness Services
National/International Award Nights and Conferences
Group benefits including extended health care, dental and vision, gender affirming care, fertility care
Insurance including life, AD&D, critical illness, long term disability
Employee Assistance Program
RRSP/RPP with matching
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
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
Equitable practices, including regular equity assessments and inclusive recruitment protocols
1 paid Volunteer Day per calendar year