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Sr. Event Manager

Sr. Event Manager

The Opus GroupWashington, DC, US
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Sr. Event Manager

Position at Opus

Opus Agency is a future-forward full-service global event agency with over 400 team members in the United States, London, Sydney, Singapore, and New Zealand. As we look ahead to 2025 and beyond, our profound opportunity is to shape the future of events in an increasingly AI-infused world. In an era where digital interactions often dominate, the authenticity of real-world connections will become paramount. Events will emerge as the #1 priority for CMOs, driving brand success and fostering deep, meaningful relationships with audiences.

Our Event Management team plays a critical role in this vision, partnering with world-shaping brands like Microsoft, Google, and Salesforce, as well as an ever-expanding roster of category creators and fast-growing global brands. With these clients, we don't just respond to change; we shape it by pulling the future forward and leading them into a new era of event marketing. As a Sr. Event Manager, you will be at the forefront of this mission, driving innovative and impactful strategies that align with this events-driven vision for the future.

We are looking for a Sr. Event Manager to be the Project Lead on events of 5,000 - 15,000 people and / or complex workstreams on events 15,000+ people. As the Project Lead you are the main point of contact for the client, the team leader, and the budget owner. You ensure that client needs are anticipated and exceeded by being a strategic consultant and providing sound recommendations, driving decisions to support event goals, acting as the central hub of communication for clarity across the team, and leading a collaborative team environment for innovation and creative execution.

In this role you will be responsible for the success of the project by ensuring stakeholders, internal teams, vendors, and additional contributors understand what is expected of them and drive excellence. You are results oriented, calm under pressure, ever optimistic, and able to meet demanding deadlines and balance multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

You should have :

  • 5+ years of event management experience preferably within the event industry
  • 2 3 years' experience leading a team
  • Experience managing complex workstreams or programs at a mid-scale to large scale (e.g., 3,000-10,000 attendees in person)
  • Please specify events worked on and role in resume.
  • Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) from four-year institution preferred

Essential Responsibilities :

Project Management

  • Main point of contact for the client, the team leader, and the budget owner.
  • Be the Project Lead on events of 5,000 15,000 people and / or complex workstreams on events 15,000+ people.
  • Assume responsibility for success of assigned components of an event or project, meeting client objectives and client and manager expectation.
  • Skilled presenter and meeting facilitator, ensuring meetings are strategically designed and effectively managed.
  • Maintains independent working relationships and establishes excellent customer service with clients, stakeholders and vendors.
  • Utilize creative problem solving all along the planning cycle, consistently looking for ways to deliver more effectively.
  • Responsible for effective and timely communication between internal team, clients, stakeholders, and vendors via phone and email.
  • Set up and manage technical systems to effectively manage the project.
  • Consultation

  • Seen as a trusted partner and advisor and leader with exceptional project management and consultation skills when conducting business with clients, stakeholders, vendors, and Opus team members.
  • Ability to anticipate areas of risk, communicate effectively, and implement creative solutions
  • Financial Accountability

  • Act as the overall budget owner, partnering closely with the financial manager to deliver timely, transparent, and accurate event financials, preventing budget overruns and increasing client expenditure awareness.
  • Be a good steward of client funding, documenting approvals and changes, looking for ways to avoid costs, and creatively invest in experiences.
  • Negotiates with vendors to achieve higher caliber service and / or costs savings on behalf of client
  • Leadership

  • Understands Opus values, best practices, and overall agency operations
  • Actively participates and contributes to department meetings, trainings, initiatives, and committees
  • Able to effectively prioritize and delegate to staff above and below this position.
  • Maintains clear communication with manager and / or client, regarding special problems or exceptions to policies and procedures.
  • Train and mentor junior members of the team.
  • What You Can Expect In Return :

  • Full time position
  • Opportunities for growth and development
  • Health & Dental Insurance (choice of plans)
  • 100% Employer paid short-term disability and life insurance
  • Opportunity to elect additional life insurance and LTD insurance at employee expense
  • Paid parental leave
  • Opportunity to contribute pre-tax dollars to flexible spending accounts
  • 401(K) with employer match
  • Flexibility in work schedules
  • Generous time off
  • How We'll Take Care Of You :

    Our job titles may span more than one career level. The starting salary for this role is between $75,000 and $95,000. Our salary ranges are based on third-party national average market compensation analysis. The actual salary is dependent upon many factors, such as : training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and market demands. The salary range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

    Not Sure If You Should Apply?

    Studies show that those identifying as under-represented individuals might have talked themselves out of applying at this point. Don't worry about checking every single box. At Opus Agency, we are dedicated to building a versatile, inclusive team with a variety of backgrounds and a growth mindset - so if you're excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every single item listed in this job description, we encourage you to apply. You may just be the right candidate for this role, or we may have other roles that better align with your skillset.

    Physical Requirements :

    Individuals will be required to sit for the majority of the day and may be required to stand as needed. May require ability to ambulate primarily on a level surface for periodic periods throughout the day. Individuals may be required to travel via airplane, train, taxi, car and / or other means of transportation, as needed.

    The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

    Other Duties And Acknowledgement :

    The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the employee / candidate a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of the position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Opus Agency does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. #LI-Remote

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