Corporate Event Operations Lead

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to accomplish their financial goals and help them save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.

Job Summary

We are looking for an events management professional to manage the operational and administrative aspects of corporate event programs. You will focus on overseeing timelines, budgets, contracts, and vendor relationships to ensure events are delivered on time and within budget. You will excel at maintaining compliance and driving efficiency across all event-related processes. You will report into the Trade Show and Events Director.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive event project schedules, ensuring all milestones and deadlines are met.
• Research, and select vendors; negotiate terms and maintain relationships to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Manage vendor contracts to ensure compliance and execution.
• Create event budgets; process vendor invoices and payments
• Partner with other teams (finance, procurement, marketing) to align event operations with company standards
• Maintain detailed records of contracts, budgets, and timelines; provide regular status updates and post-event financial reconciliations.

• 3+ years of event coordination experience in a corporate environment
• Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects
• Excellent vendor negotiation skills
• Familiarity with contract management and budgeting tools.
• Ability to work independently and maintain attention to detail.
• Experience using online registration management software such as CVENT
• Familiarity with accounting and billing processes
• Comfortable working collaboratively as a team and sharing responsibilities of a major event with other team members
• Demonstrated experience leading by example (exhibiting integrity, enthusiasm, and commitment to results) and promoting collaboration.
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Benefits/Perks:

• Great compensation package and bonus plan
• Core benefits including medical, dental, vision, and matching 401K
• Flexible work environment, ability to work remote, hybrid or in-office
• Flexible time off including volunteer time off, vacation, sick and 12-paid holidays
• Explore all our exciting benefits here: https://yourexperianbenefits.com/cand-index.html

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.