Director of Event Operations

Job Title: Director of Global Events Job Description: This person must have the ability to collaborate with multiple internal and external stakeholders at all levels, including managing expectations, providing solutions, and balancing a collaborative approach with the right measure of assertiveness and diplomacy. Manage and lead tactical and logistical planning and execution of assigned events including regional meetings, symposiums, and product launch events including management of internal & external speakers, sourcing and booking meeting rooms, & hospitality.Drive the planning and executing of internal meetings & events, industry & partner conferences and tradeshows, and client meetings & hospitality at all levels, across formats (in-person and virtual) and all budgets (large and small) – from smaller regional events to larger scale national and global events.Own event marketing timelines including project management of event-related deliverables including but not limited to collateral support, invitations, selection and ordering of giveaway inventory, coordinate room blocks and production of lead generation or marketing materials prior to trade shows.Report on tradeshow and event ROI with focus on continuous improvement.Manage external vendors and internal/external partners, including Corporate Communications/PR, Sales, Marketing, and Corporate Travel, booth management vendors, on-site event planners and work closely with and build relationships with tradeshow vendors to negotiate booth location, marketing opportunities, and stay on top of show timelines. 7-10 years of experience event planning and execution, preferably in the financial services industryDynamic experience in negotiations with external trade and marketing vendors.Exquisite organizational skills and polished written/verbal communication skillsExperience in collaborating with internal and external resources to develop and contribute to strategic initiatives within budget and timelines.Strong project management skills with a knack for optimizing departmental processes.Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, and strong interpersonal abilities.A strategic mindset with the ability to set goals and a vision to elevate our event portfolioData-driven leadership experience, focusing on defining success metrics and continually refining the customer experience strategy.Proven ability to unite and motivate a diverse team of stakeholders, vendors and colleagues to achieve outstanding results.Demonstrated critical thinking skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, all while maintaining a sense of urgency and commitment to success.Familiarity with attendee management registration systems, apps, and event technologyQuick communication response time to colleagues and clientsIncredible attention to detail with strong Project Management (PM skills) and ability to see the big pictureAbility to maintain an optimistic, approachable and self-starter attitude.