Event Manager - FTC

Please note that we will never request payment or bank account information at any stage of the recruitment process. As we continue to grow our teams, we urge you to be cautious of fraudulent job postings or recruitment activities that misuse our company name and information. Please protect your personal information during any recruitment process. While Monks may contact potential candidates via LinkedIn, all applications must be submitted through our official website (monks.com/careers). About the Role Monks is looking for an Event Manager, a 5-6 month FTC position, where you’ll work side‑by‑side with our clients to create, plan, execute, and measure events. The role offers the opportunity to build events for a multi‑national client. Additionally, our ideal candidate is a fast and flexible go‑getter who jumps on new opportunities, knows event trends, competitor events, and industry standards. Responsibilities: Acting as a trusted project lead, reporting to our Event Director Creating high-quality, high\-touch creative events that communicate brand value and build brand equity among advertisers and consumers. Delivering high-velocity event programs, whilst managing multiple stakeholders, either for virtual, in\-person, or hybrid event formats. Project management of different event formats (including both in-person and virtual events), from the initial event strategy and concepting, pre-event planning, through to live event delivery and post-event reporting. Please note - this role does expect EMEA-based travel for onsite event activity Direct client management and reporting. Overseeing multiple projects at one time, ensuring objectives are met and exceeded. Financial ownership - including creating, managing, and reconciling event budgets Overseeing and managing internal teams or third‑party suppliers required for the event delivery - ensuring all project deadlines are adhered to and acting as quality control for the event work delivered Consistent communication to the client with updates, status reports, and progress of projects against their objectives and scope The event manager is responsible for proactively seeking out new business and growth opportunities to maximize the success and scope of client projects About You The essentials: Strong capabilities in the area of event & project management, ideally with 3‑5 years of experience managing events (in-person and virtual events). Event trend awareness and competitive insights. Excellent ability to multitask and stay abreast of multiple projects at one time. Experienced in financial planning, including building and managing event budgets. Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and be able to quickly react to new/urgent requests. High‑energy, detail‑oriented person with a go‑getter, positive attitude; comfortable working autonomously and within groups. Experience working directly with clients to build strong relationships and create a positive experience that helps meet clients' business expectations and needs. Effective verbal, written, and presentation‑related communication skills around project planning and status, roadblocks, and, when needed, alternate courses of action BA/BS degree required. Ability to travel for live events/site visits where required. At Monks, we believe in fostering an environment where a diversity of perspectives can thrive. We proactively work to design hiring processes that promote equity and inclusion while mitigating bias. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds who are excited to contribute to our mission. Benefits Offices: Dublin #J-18808-Ljbffr MarketingHQ