Events Manager

Description

Job Description Summary

The Events Manager is responsible for the strategic planning, management, and execution of a variety of in-person and virtual executive-level events. These include regional conferences, leadership meetings, community events, golf outings, and other colleague and customer engagements. This role reports to the Event Experience and Execution Leader and collaborates closely with regional, segment, and other event partners within Huntington.

Duties and Responsibilities

Develop and implement event strategies and planning cadences aligned with company goals and budgets

Lead a proactive and strategic approach to event planning, communication, and stakeholder engagement, including collaboration with executive leadership, internal regional and business segment partners, and external partners

Manage all aspects of event logistics including site visits, venue sourcing, hotel room blocks, catering, vendor coordination, and attendee registration

Partner with marketing and communications teams to create and execute event materials such as invitations, signage, and other design elements

Deliver engaging attendee experiences across both in-person and virtual formats

Source, negotiate, and manage vendor relationships to ensure seamless event execution

Independently manage multiple projects, ensuring flawless execution and budget adherence

Utilize CVENT to manage events from concept through post-event analysis

Oversee event budgets and financial tracking

Create and maintain detailed project plans with clearly defined roles, responsibilities, and timelines

Coordinate equipment, supplies, and event needs including A/V, furniture, décor, and gifting

Lead and support volunteer coordination for event logistics, including registration, attendee tracking, event materials, and on-site execution

Emulate Huntington's core values: Service Heart, Forward Thinking and Can-Do Attitude through teamwork, partnership, and accountability

Adapt quickly to changing goals and needs, demonstrating strong problem-solving and flexibility

Travel up to 30% for on-site event support

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree or additional experience in Lieu of Education

5+ years experience in meeting and event planning

Other:

Working out of office hours e.g. evenings and weekends for events

Some travel required

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in event management, hospitality, communication, marketing or related field is preferred (or equivalent experiences)

Financial services meeting and event planning experience

Proficiency in CVENT for event creation, sourcing, invitations, registration, and event management

Willingness to work outside of standard office hours, including evenings and weekends

Experience working with executive leadership teams

Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills

Ability to problem-solve in real time and manage high-pressure situations

Detail-oriented with a commitment to high-quality execution

Strong budgeting and financial management capabilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications

Exempt Status: (Yes = not eligible for overtime pay) (No = eligible for overtime pay)

Yes

Workplace Type:

Office

Our Approach to Office Workplace Type

Certain positions outside our branch network may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement. We're combining the best of both worlds: in-office and work from home. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. Remote roles will also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for moments that matter. Specific work arrangements will be provided by the hiring team.

Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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