Vice President Of Events

BURKE+CO.

www.burketalent.com

THE GIST:

Our client, prominent Bay Area-based investment firm, seeks a strategic Vice President of Events & Experiences to join their new department. This role will manage a team of global event professionals as they execute top-tier events from ideation to execution. They will also work closely with the department head to develop event strategy, manage budgets, and streamline processes.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record of excellence managing an events team and is passionate about delivering a 5-star curated experience!

THE NITTY GRITTY:

• Oversee event logistics – budgets, venue selection, vendors, timelines, contracts, etc.
• Collaborate effectively with team through pre-planning to day-of execution
• Expertly manage a range of competing projects and delegate appropriate action steps
• Minimal offsite travel required (10%)
• Creatively develop event strategy in tandem with the head of the department
• Partner with marketing team on landing pages, creative assets, deliverables, and communications
• Act as a mentor to the team and support their training & development
• Oversee post-event feedback, budget analysis, and reporting
• Lead team of 5-6 international event professionals
• Develop new processes & best practices and lead implementation

THE ESSENTIALS:

• 10+ years of experience in corporate event management
• Strategic approach to work – ability to see the big picture
• Ability to travel when needed
• Experience planning a wide range of high-level events (prominent CEOs, important stakeholders & investors, etc.)
• Experience building and managing a team of event professionals
• Strong sense of accountability
• Positive and service-oriented approach to their work
• Passion for mentoring others & developing an amazing team

THE CHERRY ON TOP:

• Join a well-established firm with an impressive portfolio
• Play an integral role in the success of a new department and establish a killer team!

LOCATION: San Francisco (Onsite – 3 to 4 days per week)

COMPENSATION: Base salary: $200,000/yr - $250,000/yr + bonus + benefits (exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, and expertise)

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