As an Events Manager, you will lead high-impact events from strategy through execution, driving event performance and ROI, influencing cross-functional collaboration, owning budgets and vendor partnerships, and championing continuous improvement across the event portfolio. You will work within the Marketing Events Team to strengthen client relationships, elevate brand awareness, and generate business opportunities for Global Payments.

Responsibilities

Lead high-impact events from strategy through execution, delivering experiences that strengthen brand presence, increase engagement and contribute to measurable business outcomes.
Drive event performance and return on investment (ROI) by aligning programs to business objectives, identifying opportunities for optimization and using insights to improve future results.
Influence cross-functional success by bringing together marketing, product, creative and business stakeholders to create cohesive event experiences that maximize value for clients and the organization.
Own event budgets, vendor partnerships and resource planning, ensuring investments deliver strong business impact while maintaining financial accountability and operational excellence.
Champion continuous improvement across the event portfolio, leveraging data, attendee feedback and industry trends to enhance experiences, expand reach and increase event effectiveness.

Requirements

4-6 years of event planning, trade show management or related experience, including ownership of events with 200-500+ attendees.
Demonstrated success managing multiple mid-to-large scale events simultaneously while achieving business goals, deadlines and budget expectations.
Strong expertise in vendor negotiation, budget management and stakeholder engagement, with the ability to build productive partnerships and drive results.
Experience using event or project management platforms such as Cvent, Wrike, Monday.com or similar tools to effectively manage event delivery.
Excellent communication, collaboration and customer service skills, with the ability to independently lead initiatives and influence diverse stakeholders.

Nice to have

Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) designation.
Experience measuring and presenting event performance metrics, including attendance, lead generation and return on investment (ROI).
Proven experience mentoring event coordinators or supporting the development of less experienced team members.

Benefits

A competitive salary and benefits package that recognizes your contribution
Opportunities to grow your skills and build your career within a global business
Access to learning, development and on-the-job experiences that expand your expertise
A supportive, inclusive team environment where your ideas and input matter
Time to give back through community and charity initiatives
A global employee assistance programme to support your wellbeing
Recognition through a global platform that celebrates your achievements