Senior Account Manager – Global Experiences

About the Opportunity
Event ConnecTD is recruiting on behalf of a leading organization in the meetings, incentives, conferences, and live events industry seeking an experienced Senior Account Manager to join its Global Experiences team.
This is a direct-hire position with our client and is not an internal Event ConnecTD role.
The Senior Account Manager will lead the full lifecycle of complex corporate events and experiences, from initial strategy and program development through onsite execution and post-event wrap-up. The ideal candidate brings significant agency or corporate event experience, exceptional client-management skills, and the ability to confidently manage multiple high-level programs simultaneously.
This opportunity is well suited for an experienced events professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys combining strategic client partnership with hands-on program execution.
Who You Are
You are a highly organized, detail-oriented event professional who takes ownership of your programs from beginning to end.
You are proactive, creative, and solutions-focused, with the ability to anticipate challenges before they arise and make confident decisions when circumstances change.
You build strong relationships with clients, vendors, and internal teams and are comfortable serving as a trusted point of contact throughout complex programs.
You thrive while managing multiple priorities and deadlines, remain composed under pressure, and take pride in creating seamless and memorable attendee experiences.
You are also comfortable with technology, adaptable to changing client needs, and excited by the opportunity to travel and execute programs across both domestic and international destinations.
Key Strengths
End-to-end event and program ownership
Exceptional organization and attention to detail
Client relationship management and development
Vendor and partner management
Creative and strategic problem-solving
Ability to manage multiple complex programs simultaneously
Strong leadership in fast-paced and onsite environments
Responsibilities
Plan and execute corporate meetings, conferences, incentive programs, tradeshows, and live events ranging from approximately 10 to 1,000 attendees.
Manage both domestic and international programs from initial concept through final execution.
Partner directly with clients to define program goals, objectives, priorities, and measures of success.
Provide strategic event recommendations aligned with client business objectives.
Manage end-to-end event logistics, including venue sourcing, contract negotiations, accommodations, food and beverage, audiovisual production, transportation, and program materials.
Oversee registration processes and attendee databases, including communications, reporting, and data management.
Lead onsite program execution while coordinating vendors, staff, partners, and client expectations.
Collaborate with creative, operations, leadership, and other cross-functional teams to develop event materials, workflows, and program deliverables.
Develop, track, and manage program budgets, including forecasting, invoice reconciliation, and final billing.
Build and maintain strong client relationships while serving as a trusted advisor and industry resource.
Identify potential challenges early and develop effective solutions to keep programs on schedule and within scope.
Support new business proposals and client presentations when appropriate.
Share best practices and provide guidance or mentorship to junior team members as needed.
Required Qualifications
7+ years of professional experience planning and executing meetings, incentive programs, conferences, or large-scale events.
Strong knowledge of U.S. and international destinations.
Bachelor’s degree.
Demonstrated experience managing complex events from planning through onsite execution.
Strong client-facing communication and relationship-management skills.
Proven ability to negotiate, problem-solve, and adapt quickly in high-pressure environments.
Experience managing event budgets, financial forecasting, invoice reconciliation, and program billing.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to independently manage multiple programs and deadlines.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
Ability and willingness to travel approximately 30–40%, including domestic and international travel.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous agency experience within meetings, incentives, conferences, events, experiential marketing, or a related industry.
CMP certification.
Experience with event registration platforms or other event technology.
Experience mentoring or supporting junior event professionals.
Compensation
The anticipated salary range for this position is $90,000–$110,000 annually.
Final compensation will be determined by the hiring organization based on factors including relevant experience, qualifications, skill set, and candidate location.
About Event ConnecTD
Event ConnecTD is a staffing and talent partner focused on connecting experienced professionals with opportunities across the meetings, events, hospitality, and experiential industries.
For this opportunity, Event ConnecTD is acting as the recruiting and staffing partner. The selected candidate will be employed directly by the hiring organization, not Event ConnecTD.

Work arrangement
Yes