Description Robert Half is seeking an experienced Event Manager for a 6+ month contract in the Boston area. This is a 35-40 hour-per-week role based in the Greater Boston area, and candidates must be willing and able to attend in-person events as needed. The Event Manager will support the planning and execution of corporate events and experiential initiatives. This role focuses on driving structured execution across multiple concurrent event programs, including corporate meetings, tradeshows, and experiential initiatives. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, hands-on event execution experience, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities- Plan and execute corporate events, tradeshows, experiential initiatives, and other ad hoc needs
- Develop and maintain event plans, timelines, and production schedules
- Manage event projects in tandem with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders
- Lead planning meetings and check-ins to ensure alignment and on-time delivery
- Coordinate vendors and provide on-site event support as needed
- Support in-person events, activations, and tradeshows
- Track budgets, approvals, timelines, and deliverables
- Provide logistical and administrative support across multiple event programs
Requirements - 3+ years of experience in event management, marketing, or project management
- Proven experience planning and executing corporate events, tradeshows, etc.
- Strong ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, and stakeholders simultaneously
- Experience working in project management platforms (Workfront, Asana, or similar
- Prior experience in agency or professional services industries a plus
- Strong Excel skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a deadline-driven environment
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams
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