Job Details
ABOUT FINTECH MEETUP & HYVE
Fintech Meetup is a new acquisition with high growth potential and reflects the Group s strategy to focus on omni-channel ready sectors. This focus on tech enabled events supports our clear growth story. Our tech-enabled meetings use data to expertly match customers ahead of events, greatly improving return on investment and where meeting the right people is no longer left to chance. Fintech Meetup is the future of fintech events. We have the best speakers, content, experience and value for money. Plus, we offer tech-enabled connections and collaboration that blow our customers minds.
KEY PURPOSE:
Fintech Meetup is looking for a Director of Event Operations who primarily focuses on the operations delivery of Fintech Meetup. The Director of Event Operations will have a core management role during the onsite event delivery making sure the event is delivered to a best-in-class standard.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Use your creativity to consistently think outside the box and bring new, innovative ideas to life.
- Manage the planning and execution of specific parts of our annual event. This includes pre-event and on-site planning and execution.
- Manage the onsite execution of our Meetups program
- Manage event budgets and forecasts; develop and manage relationships with local and national vendors; conduct site visits and manage RFPs.
- Manage event logistics such as floor plans, room sets, AV, F&B, d cor, signage, collateral materials, staffing, security, etc. Work with venues on F&B, AV, signage, and manage BEOs and MEOs
- Manage, direct, and work with outside event vendors, DMCs, agencies, and event contractors, as needed.
- Manage contract negotiations, invoice payments, and insurance requirements
- Plan and manage staffing for each event - this includes temp and contract staffing for on-site
- Work on post-event reconciliation, including gathering feedback during debriefing meetings with vendors
- Manage, grow, and lead a small team of 1-3 event coordinators/managers, this includes creating and reviewing processes for onboarding and objective setting
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
To be successful in this role, you must have/be:
- Strong background with proven experience in planning and implementing largescale events, conferences and/or trade shows
- Exceptional interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
- Must be super organized, and can work under pressure and make thoughtful decisions
- Must be extremely comfortable with technology platforms and technology management
- Have strong Excel skills or be willing to take courses/training necessary to achieve them
- Have experience developing young teams and a willingness to lead by example and help them to excel in their skills and careers
- Be extremely detail-oriented, be a take-charge problem-solver
- Take ownership of your work and can stay organized when facing multiple priorities
- Having high standards, and knowing that good enough is definitely not enough!
- Ability to negotiate large-scale contracts with vendors and venues
- At least ten years experience working on an event or conference
- Solid written and verbal communication skills
- Creative problem-solving and the ability to multitask is essential
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
- The salary band for this position ranges from 140,000 150,000 based on experience
- This position will be eligible for a competitive bonus
- Full medical, dental, vision package to fit your needs
- Retirement plan with company match (401K)
- Competitive vacation policy
- Hybrid Work