Special Events Manager

About Us We’re looking for a Special Events Manager to join our team and lead the planning and execution of our conferences and partner events. What You’ll Do • Plan, organize, and execute conferences and partner events from concept to completion • Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring cost-effective solutions while maintaining quality • Create and implement marketing strategies and messaging for events to maximize attendance and engagement • Design and oversee the development of a new, innovative event booth to represent Landing’s brand • Coordinate logistics for transporting, setting up, and dismantling event booths and materials • Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, operations, and leadership) to align events with company goals • Negotiate contracts with vendors, venues, and suppliers to secure high-quality services • Monitor event performance and gather feedback to improve future events • Manage on-site event operations, troubleshooting issues as they arise • Ensure all events comply with safety, legal, and brand guidelines What You Need • Ability to work in our Birmingham office • 3+ years of professional experience in event planning or management • Proven track record of managing large-scale events, such as conferences or trade shows • Strong project management and organizational skills • Experience with budget management and vendor negotiations • Creative mindset with an eye for design, particularly for booth creation and branding • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal • Ability to multitask and solve problems in a fast-paced environment • Self-starter with a proactive approach and ability to work under tight deadlines • Tech-savvy, with familiarity with tools like Slack, event management software, and marketing platforms • Willingness to travel as needed for events • Fluent in English with strong written and verbal communication skills We offer a competitive benefits package we are proud to share with you!