Senior Manager, Events

We use cookies to provide the best possible experience on our site. If you do not agree to accept these cookies simply close this window. What are cookies and how do we use them? Click Here Continue View All Jobs Company Web Site Make a difference in a sector that matters to us all EAB is a special place to work. You'll find motivated employees, growth opportunities, and a deep commitment to our partners. We pride ourselves on hiring the best people—not just for the job, but for the firm and the future of education. Sign Up For Job Alerts If you are an EAB employee, please use your work email address to sign up or apply. Senior Manager, Events Location: Washington, D.C. Number: 609399 Job Category: Professional Services Job Department: G&A Job Family: Partner & Marketing Events Job Type: Full Time Level: Experienced Apply At EAB, our mission is to make education smarter and our communities stronger. We work with more than 2,800 institutions to drive transformative change through data-driven insights and best-in-class capabilities. From kindergarten to college to career, EAB partners with leaders and practitioners to accelerate progress and drive results across enrollment, student success, institutional strategy, data analytics, and advancement. We work with each partner differently, tailoring our portfolio of research, technology, and marketing and enrollment solutions to meet the unique needs of every leadership team, as well as the students and employees they serve. At EAB, we serve not only our partner institutions but each other—that's why we are always working to make sure our employees love their jobs and are invested in their communities. See how we've been recognized for this dedication to our employees by checking out our recent awards. For more information, visit our Careers page. The Role in Brief: Senior Manager, Events Are you passionate about creating exceptional experiences? The Events team is responsible for the strategy, planning, and execution of more than 100 in-person events annually, including large-scale conferences, executive roundtables, international summits, internal celebrations, and incentive trips. We lead with an innovative approach, attention to detail, and unparalleled service. Working collaboratively across teams, the Senior Manager will be critical in shaping and executing high-impact events that engage diverse audiences and amplify EAB’s mission. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by driving innovation and operational excellence in event management. The position is open to Washington, DC-based candidates. Primary Responsibilities Strategy and Execution Lead the planning and delivery of complex, multi-day, hybrid events with breakout sessions, networking opportunities, and high production value. Collaborate with stakeholders across the firm to ensure event goals align with organizational priorities and attendee expectations. Help shape the overall vision for event strategies, integrating creativity and experiential and innovative elements into programming and design. Event Management Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and production documents, ensuring deadlines are met, and stakeholder needs are addressed. Oversee all logistical aspects of assigned events, including catering, AV, vendor coordination, supply management, and onsite execution. Review and approve event documentation, such as Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and venue contracts, ensuring alignment with event goals. Manage hotel room blocks, speaker travel, and attendee accommodations to provide a seamless experience. Collaboration and Communication Partner with marketing and content teams to create attendee communication plans that integrate event logistics and promotional messaging. Facilitate collaboration among cross-functional teams to ensure parallel workstreams progress smoothly. Act as a key liaison with external vendors, negotiating contracts and ensuring high-quality service delivery. Bu ... (truncated, view full listing at source)