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A leader in the events industry is hiring a remote part-time freelance Event Manager (Site Selection). Event Manager (Site Selection) Perks: - Flexible work schedule. - Opportunity to work directly with the leadership team. - Exposure to a dynamic and creative environment. - Support for professional growth within the corporate event industry. - Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and paid vacation. Event Manager (Site Selection) Requirements: - 8+ years of event industry experience, with proven success executing high-touch corporate events. - Expert knowledge of the site and venue selection process, including RFPs, contract negotiation, and venue relationship management. - Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to manage project teams and interact confidently with senior management and high-level corporate clients. - Exceptional organization, attention to detail, and composure under pressure, with the ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects on time and on budget. - Proficiency with GSuite, MS Office, Slack, and event registration and virtual event platforms, plus willingness to travel frequently and work remotely. Event Manager (Site Selection) Responsibilities: - Lead the site selection lifecycle for multiple projects, from venue research and vetting through RFP, contracting, and onsite execution. - Source and negotiate with hotels, restaurants, conference centers, and destination management companies to secure the best options for client goals and budgets. - Guide client presentations of venue options and serve as the primary client point of contact, translating needs into achievable project plans with regular updates. - Manage and develop project teams, mentor site selection team members, and partner with leadership on team assignments and resource planning. - Oversee budgets, billing, and expense tracking for both client and internal budgets, including post-event financial reconciliation. About Profiles: An award-winning creative and marketing workforce solutions provider. Profiles places the highest caliber candidates in Fortune 500 companies and leading brands, nationwide. Our specialized recruiters represent an elite group of skilled professionals for contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire positions. Profiles is headquartered in Baltimore, MD with a remote staff of entrepreneurial individuals across the nation. New job opportunities are listed daily –[www.careerprofiles.com](careerprofiles.com) Profiles is dedicated to a long-term vision of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We understand that real change takes time, and we are committed to making sustained efforts that lead to lasting impact. Our long-term vision includes setting ambitious goals, tracking our progress, and remaining steadfast in our commitment to creating a more inclusive and equitable future.

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A leader in the events industry is hiring a remote part-time freelance Event Manager (Site Selection). Event Manager (Site Selection) Perks:
Flexible work schedule.
Opportunity to work directly with the leadership team.
Exposure to a dynamic and creative environment.
Support for professional growth within the corporate event industry.
Expert knowledge of the site and venue selection process, including RFPs, contract negotiation, and venue relationship management.
Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to manage project teams and interact confidently with senior management and high-level corporate clients.
Exceptional organization, attention to detail, and composure under pressure, with the ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects on time and on budget.
Proficiency with GSuite, MS Office, Slack, and event registration and virtual event platforms, plus willingness to travel frequently and work remotely. Event Manager (Site Selection) Responsibilities:
Lead the site selection lifecycle for multiple projects, from venue research and vetting through RFP, contracting, and onsite execution.
Source and negotiate with hotels, restaurants, conference centers, and destination management companies to secure the best options for client goals and budgets.
Guide client presentations of venue options and serve as the primary client point of contact, translating needs into achievable project plans with regular updates.
Manage and develop project teams, mentor site selection team members, and partner with leadership on team assignments and resource planning.

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