Events Manager at Howden Group Holdings in Atlanta, GA

EVENTS MANAGER Location: Remote - Georgia WHO ARE WE? Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 24,000 employees spanning over 56 countries. People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden. Hours: Part-time, 20 hours per week Location: Atlanta, GA The Events Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing a wide range of corporate events, conferences, client engagements, sponsorship activations, trade shows, and internal programs. This role oversees all aspects of event management, from concept development and budgeting through onsite execution and post-event analysis, ensuring a seamless and engaging experience for attendees while supporting business objectives. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES EVENT PLANNING & EXECUTION • Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of in-person, virtual, and hybrid events. • Develop event timelines, project plans, and detailed run-of-show documents. • Coordinate venue selection, logistics, catering, audiovisual needs, transportation, and accommodations. • Ensure all event deliverables are completed on time and within budget. VENDOR & STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT • Source, negotiate, and manage relationships with vendors, venues, suppliers, and event partners. • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand event objectives and deliver successful outcomes. • Manage sponsorships, exhibitor relationships, and event partnerships as applicable. BUDGET MANAGEMENT • Develop and manage event budgets. • Track expenses, process invoices, and identify cost-saving opportunities. • Ensure events are delivered within approved financial parameters. MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS • Partner with marketing and communications teams to support event promotion and attendee engagement. • Coordinate invitations, registration processes, event materials, signage, and branded collateral. • Assist with post-event communications and follow-up activities. ONSITE EVENT MANAGEMENT • Serve as the primary point of contact during events. • Coordinate event staff, vendors, and volunteers. • Troubleshoot issues and ensure a positive attendee experience. • Maintain compliance with company policies, safety requirements, and venue regulations. REPORTING & ANALYSIS • Measure event performance and ROI through attendee feedback, participation metrics, and business outcomes. • Conduct post-event evaluations and provide recommendations for future improvements. • Maintain event records, reports, and budget summaries. QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Hospitality, Event Management, Business, or a related field. • 3–7+ years of event planning or event management experience. • Proven experience managing multiple events simultaneously. • Strong project management and organizational skills. • Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities. • Experience managing budgets, contracts, and vendor negotiations. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and event management software. • Ability to travel and work occasional evenings or weekends as needed. WHAT DO WE OFFER IN RETURN? A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us: • Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new • We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges • We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond REASONABLE ADJUSTMENTS We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs.  Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours* or hybrid working*. If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require. *Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more. Permanent