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Role Description

We are seeking a dynamic, driven, professional, detail-oriented and trustworthy Manager or Senior Manager to support the continued growth and success of our thriving Events Practice. The Manager is responsible for leading and managing the entire event planning lifecycle for Landmark’s Dinners. This role demands excellent project management skills, creativity, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years direct experience working in events
• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, business or related discipline or equivalent relevant experience
• Venue and vendor contracting and negotiations skills and experience
• In-depth understanding of restaurant groups and hotel brands
• Strong time management and ability to multi-task
• Comfortable in a dynamic environment, dealing calmly and effectively with situations under deadlines
• Embrace a "work athlete" mentality—innovative, focused, and able to adapt quickly
• Possess a proactive, “get things done” attitude
• Capable in both Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs)
• Comfort spending time on email, on the phone, on Zoom, and in-person every day
• Demonstrate strong organizational abilities with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and be self-driven within a team structure
• Ability to quickly establish trusting and productive relationships with the executive team, vendors, staff, and partners
• Ability to travel as needed

Requirements

• Lead and manage the entire event planning lifecycle for Landmark’s Dinners
• Conduct comprehensive, time-sensitive research to identify suitable venues and vendors
• Identify and evaluate vendors for essential services
• Work under tight deadlines, managing simultaneous research projects
• Maintain a repository of venue and vendor information
• Compile and summarize venue and vendor responses
• Prepare detailed comparison decks or spreadsheets
• Lead contract negotiations with venues and vendors
• Oversee financial aspects related to venues and vendors
• Collaborate with the finance team to ensure accurate recording of expenditures
• Monitor headcount fluctuations and adjust logistics accordingly
• Serve as the primary contact for all venue and vendor communications
• Support design the physical layout of the dinner space
• Schedule and conduct site visits with key stakeholders
• Work with A/V vendors and technical teams to plan and coordinate essential A/V requirements
• Manage additional vendors required for dinner success
• Assist in preparing staffing guides for third-party staff
• Develop contingency plans for all aspects of the event
• Maintain an up-to-date inventory of all event supplies
• Secure and manage on-site third-party staff
• Provide on-site support for VIP dinners
• Continuously identify and refine internal processes related to event planning and execution
• Actively engage in client calls and maintain regular communication with clients
• Potentially oversee 1-2 additional staff members

Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation package
• Opportunity to work alongside some of the world’s leading business personalities
• Environment that champions personal and professional growth

Company Description

Landmark Ventures is a premier event production and execution powerhouse with over 20 years of experience in crafting high-impact custom events, exclusive dinners, and VIP summits. We excel at transforming ordinary events into extraordinary experiences, partnering with some of the world’s most prominent companies and brands to foster meaningful connections and deliver measurable business outcomes.