Event Manager (Locals to NY or NJ)

Jersey City, NJ, US • Posted 12 days ago • Updated 12 days ago
Contract W2
No Travel Required
On-site
Depends on Experience
Fitment

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Skills

  • management of event budgets
  • Manage relationships with external vendors
  • delivering high-quality events on time and within budget
  • Event planning and coordination support

Summary

We are seeking an experienced Event Manager to join our team as a contractor for a period of 4 months. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing support for two of our Global Markets flagship events: Bridge and HFES. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in event management, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality events on time and within budget.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide event planning and coordination support for Bridge and HFES, working closely with the event owners, stakeholders, and vendors to ensure successful execution
  • Assist in the development and management of event budgets, timelines, and logistics
  • Coordinate with internal teams, including marketing, communications, and sales, to ensure alignment and effective promotion of the events
  • Manage relationships with external vendors, such as caterers, audio-visual providers, and decorators, to ensure high-quality delivery of services
  • Develop and maintain event websites, registration platforms, and other digital channels as required
  • Coordinate travel and accommodation arrangements for speakers, attendees, and staff as needed
  • Provide on-site event management support, including registration, catering, and audio-visual coordination
  • Conduct post-event evaluations and KPI s and provide recommendations for future improvements
Requirements:
  • 3-5 years of experience in event management, preferably in the financial services industry
  • Proven track record of delivering high-quality events on time and within budget
  • Excellent project management, organizational, and communication skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain high levels of accuracy
  • Experience with event management software and digital tools, such as event registration platforms and website management
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Contract Details:
  • The successful candidate will be hired as a contractor for a period of 6 months
  • The contract will commence on January 2026 and end on July 2026.
  • The contractor will be expected to work 40 hours per week, with flexibility to work additional hours as required to meet event deadlines
  • The contractor will be paid a daily/hourly rate of TBD , with payment terms to be agreed upon in the contract
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  • Dice Id: sanny001
  • Position Id: 8908432
  • Posted 12 days ago
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