Event Manager (Greater Seattle Area)

Derflan is actively seeking a dynamic and experienced Event Manager to join our team on a long-term contract basis, working closely with our client, Microsoft. In line with our strategic staffing approach, we are looking to add professionals to our unpaid bench . This approach allows us to quickly mobilize and submit qualified candidates for roles as they arise, ensuring prompt and efficient placement in upcoming projects.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Event Manager who is passionate about event management, project execution, and delivering high-impact corporate experiences within a fast-paced technology environment.

Title: Event Manager – Long-Term Microsoft Contract Opportunities

Location: Hybrid

Company: Derflan

Annual Base Salary:

Compensation is tailored to meet individual salary requirements, with Event Manager roles generally ranging from $70,000 to $90,000 annually , depending on experience, qualifications, and the specific opportunity. Final compensation for each position is determined by our client's budget; however, we will not consider you for roles that fall below your specified base salary requirements.

Contract Duration:

Our Microsoft roles are typically structured as long-term contracts of up to 18 months , providing substantial engagement and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact over an extended period.

Microsoft experience as an FTE or contract employee is required.

Job Overview:

We are seeking experienced Event Managers for long-term contract opportunities supporting our client, Microsoft. These roles require professionals with strong capabilities in end-to-end event management, project management, logistics, vendor coordination, budgeting, and stakeholder communication .

The successful candidate will be comfortable managing complex event lifecycles from initial concept and planning through execution and post-event evaluation while coordinating across internal teams, external partners, vendors, and senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the full event lifecycle from initial concept and planning through execution, post-event follow-up, and evaluation.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive event project plans, timelines, budgets, schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate event logistics, including venue and space management, travel arrangements, catering, equipment, materials, and event-related merchandise.
• Identify, engage, and manage vendors, venues, suppliers, and other external partners to ensure successful and timely delivery.
• Manage event budgets, monitor expenses, and maintain financial oversight throughout the event lifecycle.
• Collaborate with marketing and communications teams on event promotion, messaging, materials, and attendee engagement.
• Partner with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to define event objectives, requirements, milestones, and deliverables.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with internal teams, external partners, and key stakeholders throughout planning and execution.
• Identify and proactively manage event risks, dependencies, and potential issues, escalating when appropriate.
• Prepare event updates, reports, presentations, executive briefings, and other stakeholder communications.
• Conduct post-event analysis and reporting to evaluate event performance, outcomes, attendee engagement, and overall success.
• Apply event and project management best practices to continuously improve processes, efficiency, and attendee experience.

Qualifications:

• 3–5+ years of professional experience in event management, project management, corporate events, or a related field.
• Prior experience working with Microsoft as an FTE or contract employee is required.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience managing the full event lifecycle, including planning, logistics, vendor management, execution, and post-event evaluation.
• Minimum 3+ years of project management experience, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, resource coordination, risk management, and stakeholder communication.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience preparing reports, presentations, event materials, and executive communications.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple events, projects, deadlines, and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong vendor and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing event budgets and tracking expenses.
• Proficiency with Microsoft tools and technology.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic, and highly collaborative environment.

Why Join Us:

Derflan offers a vibrant work environment, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to collaborate with industry leaders like Microsoft. Our long-term contract opportunities provide competitive compensation and a platform to further develop your event management expertise while supporting high-impact corporate events and industry engagements.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume in Word format for consideration for Derflan's Event Management bench and future Microsoft opportunities.

About Derflan:

A boutique consulting firm, Derflan specializes in serving high-tech clients such as Microsoft, Accenture, Citrix, and Google. Our commitment to ongoing role identification, competitive benefits, and a dynamic culture has fostered a loyal consultant base, many of whom have been with us for more than five years.

Benefits at Derflan:

For those working at least 30 hours per week, benefits include:

• Two weeks of vacation
• Ten federal holidays annually
• Comprehensive healthcare, vision, and dental plans
• 401(k) with match
• Home office expense reimbursement up to $100 per month

Join Derflan as an Event Manager and position yourself for long-term contract opportunities supporting Microsoft while helping deliver impactful corporate events and experiences.