Project Manager (Non-IT) - Expert
We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead and execute high-profile events, conferences, and sponsorships while maintaining exceptional standards for branding and marketing. This is a long-term contract position based in Boston, Massachusetts, offering an opportunity to collaborate across teams and drive impactful event strategies. The ideal candidate will bring innovative thinking and expertise in event management, particularly within the financial services industry.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design, plan, and execute proprietary events, third-party conferences, and sponsorships in collaboration with internal teams and external vendors.<br>• Ensure all event components align with branding guidelines and showcase thought leadership through integrated marketing strategies.<br>• Work closely with sales teams to develop themes, goals, and messaging tailored to each event.<br>• Create detailed project plans, lead planning calls, and coordinate deliverables across multiple business partners.<br>• Provide strategic insights to enhance event components, including speaker coordination, brand messaging, and attendee experiences.<br>• Manage and oversee presenters, from speaker requests to content creation and preparation, ensuring alignment with event objectives.<br>• Monitor budgets and expenditures to ensure events remain within financial limits while adhering to industry standards.<br>• Measure and analyze the return on investment for all programs, preparing detailed reporting and insights.<br>• Coordinate logistics for industry conferences, including booth setups, promotional materials, and attendee engagement.<br>• Support marketing deliverables such as collateral, registration copy, invitations, and promotional campaigns.
• Bachelor's degree with 5-6 years of experience in event marketing or marketing communications, preferably within financial services.<br>• Proven ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage competing goals and projects effectively.<br>• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word is essential.<br>• Experience with Salesforce and familiarity with marketing tools is highly desirable.<br>• Strong communication and organizational skills to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.<br>• Expertise in budget tracking and financial management for events.<br>• Innovative problem-solving skills to connect event components and enhance attendee experiences.<br>• Ability to analyze and report on program ROI to inform future event strategies.
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- Boston, MA
- remote
- Temporary
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60.00 - 60.00 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead and execute high-profile events, conferences, and sponsorships while maintaining exceptional standards for branding and marketing. This is a long-term contract position based in Boston, Massachusetts, offering an opportunity to collaborate across teams and drive impactful event strategies. The ideal candidate will bring innovative thinking and expertise in event management, particularly within the financial services industry.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design, plan, and execute proprietary events, third-party conferences, and sponsorships in collaboration with internal teams and external vendors.<br>• Ensure all event components align with branding guidelines and showcase thought leadership through integrated marketing strategies.<br>• Work closely with sales teams to develop themes, goals, and messaging tailored to each event.<br>• Create detailed project plans, lead planning calls, and coordinate deliverables across multiple business partners.<br>• Provide strategic insights to enhance event components, including speaker coordination, brand messaging, and attendee experiences.<br>• Manage and oversee presenters, from speaker requests to content creation and preparation, ensuring alignment with event objectives.<br>• Monitor budgets and expenditures to ensure events remain within financial limits while adhering to industry standards.<br>• Measure and analyze the return on investment for all programs, preparing detailed reporting and insights.<br>• Coordinate logistics for industry conferences, including booth setups, promotional materials, and attendee engagement.<br>• Support marketing deliverables such as collateral, registration copy, invitations, and promotional campaigns.
- 2025-08-25T15:18:55Z