Events Manager

Haymarket Media, Inc. is seeking a Manager, Events to join the Events Team
. This position is located in our New York, NY office.

$65,000.00/yr - $72,000.00/yr

You will be accountable for the planning and execution of small- to large-scale in-person, virtual, and hybrid events based across the US, ensuring that all events meet their deadlines and information is related to all key members within the company. Candidates are expected to have a strong knowledge of our markets and our partners at all times. Experience working across multiple event software platforms is a plus.

Because of your existing knowledge and experience, you should have the ability to recommend fresh innovative ideas and solutions to current/upcoming projects and be at the center of this growing business.

• Conceptualize and execute all elements of events: managing timelines, deliverables, budgets, SOP documents, registration/ticket reports, contracts, RFPs, vendors, onsite logistics, and post event reports
• Distribute work to team members as appropriate
• Identify opportunities to improve event delivery and develop new event strategies
• Negotiate contracts with venues, vendors and other service providers
• Attend events under management, overseeing onsite event execution including all staff and vendors
• Maintain budgets for events under management, ensuring forecasted and actual revenues and costs are updated in a timely manner and within budget.
• Spearhead internal communications with cross-functional teams to ensure all stakeholders are informed of event updates
• Deliver excellent client service and execution of programs for our partners, fostering strong relationships for future engagements
• Coordinate and work closely with internal and external partners on program/event deliverables and program outcomes, exhibiting a meticulous eye for detail, an ability to manage to deadlines, and flawless execution
• Develop strong relationships across teams including editorial, sales, marketing, events, custom, and technology
• Demonstrate sound business acumen and ability to identify opportunities and risks
• Be an expert on the platforms we use to deliver our virtual events and webcasts; understand the platforms’ functionality, opportunities, limitations, and risks in order to deliver and produce virtual events on time and to spec

• 2-4 years of managing or supporting in-person events and relevant experience in using web-based meeting platforms and conducting effective virtual events / webcasts in various formats including live broadcasts/webcams
• Ability to work irregular hours in addition to normal business hours
• Willingness to travel as needed for events and conferences
• Meticulously organized, detail-oriented, analytical and tenacious with follow up
• Strong written and verbal communication and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated initiative and creativity in the performance of responsibilities and the ability to multitask
• Ability to problem solve and make sound decisions
• A team player who works well with internal teams, clients and vendors
• Passionate about events and excited about collaborating with internal stakeholders to produce stand-out experiences for our clients and audiences

• A competitive compensation package
• The salary range for this position is $65,000- $72,000. Compensation will be commensurate with experience, skill level, functional and/or industry knowledge, education level, certifications, as well as other qualifications.
• Paid annual vacation, holiday and sick time off
• Comprehensive health plans including medical, dental and vision
• Competitive 401(k) investment options and generous company matching program
• Life insurance
• Employee referral awards
• Work from anywhere option to ensure work life balance
• Training opportunities through industry-recognized programs
• A creative and passionate workplace and a fun, collaborative team environment
• Three Week “Work from Anywhere” benefit, to ensure work life balance

The Events Team is a core department of the Business Media Group (BMG). The team is a multi-million dollar revenue-generating business that is constantly evolving…