Global Event Manager

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.​ Join EY and help to build a better working world. **Opening paragraph** Do you want to join an award-winning Travel, Meetings and Events Services team recognized widely across the industry as being best in class? The Global Meetings & Events team has an opening for a Global Event Manager to take on the successful delivery of some of the largest events in the region. **The opportunity** This position ensures the successful execution of internal and client facing events for the firm. This individual follows and promotes firm, business unit and department policies, guidelines and procedures. **Your key responsibilities** + Consult with meeting sponsor and/or requester to understand logistical requirements of the event + Conduct venue research in conjunction with our preferred meeting management companies and make recommendations on meeting location by taking a detailed brief ascertain all event requirements and suggest event solution(s) + Comply and promote the firm Supply Chain Services policy + Actively promote the overall objectives of the Travel, Meetings & Events Services team by supporting our overall strategy with every interaction with stakeholders + Manage elements of delegate management using our firm tool, Cvent + Consult with the event program manager to ensure EY brand compliance throughout the event and pre and post event communication process + Drive cost efficiencies and negotiations with venues and suppliers, ensuring all value adds have been reviewed and exhausted with suppliers + Prepare initial event logistics budget and manage throughout the event lifecycle + Prepare on-site schedules and run sheets for event logistics for venues and suppliers the venue + Coordinate with Technology Support to arrange special event production and on-site technology. + Audit and submit for approval any program related invoices and provide full event reconciliation + Responsible for the smooth running of the event on-site, anticipating any problems/issues and putting in place measures and solutions before they occur + Ability to resolve any complex problems and effectively with minimal disruption, and using existing solutions + Act as the main point of contact on-site for all suppliers, ensuring that all suppliers are providing the agreed level of service and actively resolving any issues + Take overall responsibility for the delegation and direction of the on-site support team, adjusting planning where necessary + Assist in other areas of Meeting & Event Services as needed. + Support and devise ideas/best practices to M&E team to drive process efficiencies as well as contribute creativity on special M&E projects + Using M&Es Guidelines and Procedures, this individual makes recommendations to internal clients regarding location and logistics on various sized events and initiatives + This individual may also recommend solutions and provides guidance to other Event Managers and meeting requestors regarding specific aspects of a large event or initiative. + Anticipates client’s questions and is prepared when dealing with internal clients. **Skills and attributes for success** **To qualify for the role, you must have** + Must have a minimum five – seven years of event management skills and experience + Must be experienced with all Microsoft Office Tools with competency in the use of Excel and PowerPoint. Experience of using Cvent is desired. + Excellent interpersonal and communication skills must be able to communicate clearly and with authenticity to senior leadership and stakeholders + Must be able to work independently with minimal guidance + High level of attention to detail and strong organizational skills are essential, with the ability to prioritise effectively **Ideally, you’ll also have** + Requires in-depth knowledge and experience of running large, logistically complex Global events + Good venue knowledge across US + Knowledge of meeting industry software, including web registration applications, such as Cvent **What we look for** The right candidate will be personable and able to work well with stakeholders of all levels of seniority and across the Globe. We’re looking for someone with intermediate experience that can grow into the role and take on larger, more complex events as they progress their career with us. A calm under pressure mentality is key, with a passion for event delivery and an ambitious nature. **What we offer you** The compensation ranges below are provided in order to comply with United States pay transparency laws. Other geographies will follow their local salary guidelines, which may not be a direct conversion of published US salary ranges.At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more . + We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $68,900 to $128,800. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $82,700 to $146,400. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. + Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. + Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being. **Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.** EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis. For those living in California, please click here for additional information. EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities. **EY | Building a better working world** EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories. EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law. EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. 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Created: 2025-11-06