ApplyBoard

Events Manager

ApplyBoard • $80K — $95K *
Kitchener, ON N2A 1A5In-Person
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
6 days ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in corporate event planning, preferably in high-growth tech, B2B SaaS, or EdTech sectors
  • Proven experience in managing large-scale conferences with 1,000+ attendees
  • Strong contract negotiation skills with global vendors and service providers
  • Exceptional project management abilities, adept at handling multiple priorities
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in high-pressure environments
  • Strong interpersonal skills with a solid network of relationships
  • Willingness to work outside regular hours and travel internationally as needed

Responsibilities

  • Own the end-to-end event lifecycle from strategy to execution
  • Manage a diverse portfolio of events including small workshops and large conferences
  • Negotiate contracts with venues and vendors for cost-effective solutions
  • Collaborate with marketing teams to create impactful event materials
  • Conduct post-event analyses to evaluate success and lead conversion rates
  • Coordinate logistics for multi-city global tours and complex stakeholder engagements
  • Ensure tight administration and marketing strategies for regional events

Benefits

  • Flexible working hours
  • Opportunity for international travel
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams
  • Access to a professional network in high-growth industries
  • Possibility of working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Full Job Description
What you'll be doing every day:
  • End-to-end execution: Own all phases of event lifecycle management from initial strategy and timeline planning to on-site logistics and post-event wrap-ups.
  • Portfolio management: Oversee and deliver three distinct categories of events:
    • Small-scale: Regional workshops, dinners, and meetings focused on tight admin, logistics, and localized marketing assets.
    • Medium-scale: Multi-city global tours and regional Partner Connect and Prime Summit series requiring complex stakeholder coordination.
    • Large-scale: Flagship annual conference(s) featuring full-scale production, 1,000+ attendees, and 70+ sponsors/exhibitors. (Example)
  • Vendor and budget control: Support contract negotiations with venues, production agencies, and suppliers globally to ensure cost-efficiency and strict budget management.
  • Asset creation and marketing: Collaborate with creative and product marketing squads to build high-impact event assets (digital campaigns, signage, print collateral, and swag).
  • ROI analysis: Track event performance; conduct rigorous post-event analysis to measure impact on qualified pipeline and lead conversion.


What you bring to the table:
  • 5+ years of experience in corporate event planning and management, ideally within a high-growth tech, B2B SaaS, or EdTech environment
  • Proven track record of managing large-scale, multi-stakeholder conferences (1,000+ guests) and international logistics; and working with vendors and contract negotiation
  • Strong commercial negotiation skills, exceptional cross-functional project management, and a hands-on, execution-oriented mindset
  • Highly organized and a strong project manager with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities and tight deadlines
  • Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, control situations, and provide leadership to cross-functional staff
  • A dynamic personality with strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills demonstrated by a strong network of contacts and relationships
  • As required, ability to work outside of regular hours, occasional weekends, and travel globally


The starting salary range for this role is $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 CAD. The compensation offered to the successful candidate will be determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to their relevant skills, knowledge, experience, education, and internal equity. More information about our total rewards package will be available during the hiring process.

About ApplyBoard

ApplyBoard is an education technology company that provides a platform for international students to apply to study abroad. The company's platform connects students with educational institutions around the world and provides support throughout the application process. ApplyBoard was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada. The company has offices in Toronto, Vancouver, Beijing, Shanghai, and India. ApplyBoard has partnerships with over 1,200 educational institutions in North America, Europe, and Australia.
Learn more about ApplyBoard
Size
500 employees
Industry
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Net Income
-$50 million
Founded
2015
5 Year Trend
+500%
Revenue
$100 million
NASDAQ
* Ladders Estimates

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