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Direct message the job poster from Matlen Silver "Hire Character, Train Skill"Recruitment Professional | Global Talent Acquisition | Team Lead | Account Management Global Events Director New York, NY 10010 – Hybrid - New York, NY (2 days per week in-office) 6 Months Contract (Possible Extension) About the Role Are you a creative, self-motivated, and highly experienced Events Director ready to make a significant impact? We are looking for a dynamic leader to join our Marketing team and fully own a dedicated portfolio of global events. In this pivotal role, you'll be responsible for the strategic planning and flawless execution of meetings, conference sponsorships, and programs. You'll ensure every event aligns with our company values, amplifies our brand, fosters meaningful connections, and drives measurable ROI through exceptional experiential marketing. This position reports directly to the Head of Global Event Management. What You'll Do Lead End-to-End Event Management: Oversee the planning and execution of diverse events, including internal meetings, industry conferences, tradeshows, and client hospitality. This spans all formats (in-person and virtual), budgets (large and small), and scales-from regional gatherings to major national and global initiatives. Drive Event Marketing & Logistics: Own event marketing timelines, project managing deliverables like collateral, invitations, giveaway procurement, room blocks, and lead generation materials. Measure & Optimize: Report on tradeshow and event ROI, focusing on continuous improvement and data-driven decisions. Forge Strategic Partnerships: Collaborate seamlessly with internal teams (Corporate Communications/PR, Sales, Marketing, Corporate Travel) and external vendors (booth management, on-site planners, tradeshow organizers) to negotiate optimal terms and enhance event experiences. Elevate Brand Merchandising: Strategically manage the Company Store's premium item experience, working with vendors and in-house design to enhance offerings and production. Leverage Event Technology: Proficiently manage event technology builds for pages, registrations, and virtual platforms (Zoom, ON24, Teams). Track metrics and provide comprehensive reporting. Innovate & Improve: Partner with the Global Events Management team to continuously refine in-person and virtual event strategies, developing differentiating ways to engage audiences pre, during, and post-event. What You'll Bring 8-10 years of progressive event management experience, preferably within the financial services industry. Proven ability to set goals, define success metrics, and elevate an event portfolio. Polished written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Extensive experience working with external trade and marketing vendors. A knack for optimizing departmental processes and maintaining meticulous attention to detail. Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to refine customer experience strategies. A natural ability to unite and inspire diverse stakeholders, vendors, and colleagues towards outstanding results. Familiarity with attendee management systems, apps, and various event technologies. A strong sense of hospitality and a genuine passion for service. Demonstrated experience in budgeting and leading strategic initiatives. Confidence to lead and collaborate effectively with senior management teams. Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments, maintain urgency, and commit to success. Eagerness to master new technical and business knowledge. Willingness to travel approximately 20% of the time, including non-traditional hours and potential international travel. About Matlen Silver Experience Matters. Let your experience be driven by our experience. For more than 40 years, Matlen Silver has delivered solutions for complex talent and technology needs to Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders. Led by hard work, honesty, and a trusted team of experts, we can say that Matlen Silver technology has created a solutions experience and legacy of success that is the difference in the way the world works. Matlen Silver is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status. If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application or at any point in the hiring process, please contact us at email and/or phone at: info@matlensilver.com // 908-393-8600 Seniority level Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Employment type Contract Job function Job function Marketing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Matlen Silver by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Director of Event Management” roles. 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