Senior Events & Conferences Manager

Company Bio:

Our client is a globally recognized events and conferences company with over 20 years of experience producing large-scale, high-impact experiences for Fortune 500 companies. As they expand into the U.S. market, they are establishing their first U.S. headquarters in Miami, Florida. Known for delivering industry-leading events across sectors, they are seeking a Senior Events & Conferences Manager to lead the launch and buildout of their Miami office and oversee the execution of flagship events in the region.

Compensation:

• Base salary of $95,000
• Comprehensive health benefits
• 3 weeks of vacation

Responsibilities:

• Lead the setup and launch of the company’s new U.S. headquarters in Miami, establishing operational workflows, vendor relationships, and local infrastructure.
• Manage end-to-end planning and execution of major conferences and events, often with budgets exceeding six figures.
• Develop timelines, manage budgets, and coordinate all event logistics to ensure seamless delivery of world-class experiences.
• Work closely with global leadership to align the U.S. office with the organization’s brand standards and international operations.
• Source and negotiate with venues, suppliers, and partners to deliver high-quality events within budget constraints.
• Supervise on-site event execution, including staff coordination, setup, and troubleshooting to ensure client satisfaction.
• Build and manage a growing local team as operations scale, contributing to hiring and training decisions.
• Develop strong relationships with corporate clients, acting as the primary point of contact and ensuring excellent service delivery.
• Manage post-event reporting and analysis, including budget reconciliation and performance evaluation.
• Stay current on industry trends and best practices to bring fresh ideas and innovations to the U.S. market.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience managing large-scale corporate events, ideally in an agency environment with a reputable event management firm.
• Strong budget management skills, with experience handling six-figure event budgets.
• Ability to lead, build, and inspire teams in a new and growing market.
• Excellent vendor negotiation, logistics coordination, and project management skills.
• Confident client-facing presence, with strong communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience launching or managing new offices or teams is an asset.
• Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.

If you think you would be a good match, we would love to meet you. Please fill out our application form.