Events Manager

Solvd Inc. is a premier software engineering company. We have 8 offices across the globe and over 800 international employees on staff. With over 12 years of experience, highly skilled teams around the world and deep industry knowledge, we help clients create software that improves their operations and opens new markets. We have built an impressive roster of digital-native enterprise clients including some of the biggest brands in retail and social media.

We are looking for an Event Manager to join our growing team.

The Event Manager will be responsible for planning, organizing, and executing events to ensure they run smoothly and meet the objectives of the organization or client. This includes managing budgets, coordinating with vendors, overseeing logistics, and ensuring a positive attendee experience. The event manager will be part of the marketing department and is responsible to execute on the strategy set by the brand and growth team. This is an individual contributor role, and we are looking for a go-getter who can set up our events foundation and execute at the same time. 

• Develop detailed event plans, including timelines, budgets, and task lists. 
• Source and negotiate with vendors and suppliers for services, equipment, and venues. 
• Coordinate event logistics, such as catering, transportation, and technical requirements. 
• Supervise event setup, execution, and breakdown to ensure seamless operations. 
• Collaborate with marketing teams to promote events and drive attendance. 
• Manage on-site staff and ensure proper communication and coordination. 
• Evaluate the success of events and provide post-event reports for improvement. 
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and legal regulations during all events. 

• 3+ years of managing events. 
• Proven experience in event planning or management. 
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills. 
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities. 
• Proficiency in event management software and tools. 
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and solve problems efficiently. 
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and travel as needed. 

• A degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing or a related field. 
• Certification in event planning (e.g., CSEP, CMP) is a plus. 
• Working in a marketing team previously.