Senior Project Manager – Global Brand Experience & Corporate Events
This is a full-time, Remote (US) role at FIRST, a highly-awarded global brand experience agency. The position is designed for an event professional with a background in high-stakes corporate environments, particularly financial services. You will own the end-to-end lifecycle of internal and client-facing events, ranging from C-suite dinners to large-scale hybrid conferences.
- Location: Remote, US (Domestic and international travel required for onsite execution).
- Salary Range: $90,000 – $120,000 (High-cost states) or $75,000 – $100,000 (All other states).
- Experience Required: 8–10+ years in Event Management.
- Key Tooling: Expert-level Cvent and Microsoft Excel proficiency.
- Core Focus: Full life-cycle planning for virtual, in-person, and hybrid programs.
Key Responsibilities: Full Life-Cycle Event Execution
The Senior Project Manager acts as the strategic lead, ensuring that creative solutions and logistical precision meet the client’s brand standards.
Strategic Planning and Operations
You will manage every aspect of event operations from the initial briefing to post-event reconciliation. This includes site selection, contract negotiation, and the coordination of logistics such as transportation, hotel accommodations, food and beverage, and gift selection. For hybrid and virtual events, you will manage the selection of appropriate platforms and the creation of detailed timelines.
Financial and Vendor Management
A critical component of this role is total financial oversight. You will develop and manage budgets, handle invoice processing, and deliver final financial reporting. You are also responsible for managing complex vendor relationships across A/V, production, and technology teams to ensure all deliverables are met on time and within budget.
Team Leadership and Mentorship
Depending on the specific assignment, you may manage and mentor a team of up to 5 direct reports. This involves overseeing workloads, managing vacation coverage to ensure constant client support, and conducting personal development reviews. You will foster a positive team atmosphere while ensuring adherence to the client’s risk and compliance guidelines.
Internal and External Collaboration
You will work seamlessly with internal partners, including Marketing for digital and print collateral, Production for staging and webcasts, and the Event Technology team for web builds and attendee data management.
Required Skills and Qualifications
FIRST is looking for a client-centric professional who can influence senior stakeholders and lead by example.
- Corporate Expertise: Significant experience in a corporate environment (Financial Services is a plus), managing C-level executive programs and sponsorships.
- Platform Mastery: Advanced experience with Cvent for registration and attendee management.
- Communication: Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to adjust to different client work styles and demands.
- Industry Knowledge: Active participation in the industry with an extensive network of suppliers, venues, and best practices.
- Project Management: Ability to independently manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Job Features
| Job Category | Project & Program Management |