About Klick Health
Meet a different kind of workplace. Klick Health is an ecosystem of brilliant minds working to realize the full potential of their people and clients in life sciences since 1997. And we’re still growing fast, even after two decades. What does that mean for you? As Klick experiences exponential growth year-over-year, so do the people who help make it happen. Because we’re constantly evolving and changing, we invest in talent early and often, to develop future leaders at all levels. We’re one of the country’s Top 10 Great Workplaces, 10 Most Inspiring Cultures, Best Workplace for Innovators, Best Managed, and Fastest Growing. We know that career paths are seldom simple and straightforward. And that's an asset. If you feel like you'd be a good fit for this role, we encourage you to apply and take the first steps to starting your career journey at Klick!
We’re looking for a Conference and Event Manager to join our team. If you feel this role could be the next exciting step in your career journey, we encourage you to apply and see what Klick can offer.
Job Description
As a Conference and Event Manager, you will lead the planning and execution of conference activations and events, both in-person and virtual. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project management, from concept to completion. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to build strong relationships with partners, vendors, and stakeholders, creating events that reflect the core values and objectives of our company.
At Klick, we believe in empowering our employees, and you will have the freedom to innovate and bring fresh ideas to life. You'll work in an environment that celebrates creativity and collaboration, where your unique skills and perspective are highly valued.
Key Responsibilities
- Event Planning & Strategy: Oversee the end-to-end planning of conference activations and events, including budgeting, scheduling, and vendor management, to ensure flawless execution.
- Stakeholder Management: Build and nurture strong relationships with partners and internal teams, ensuring clear communication and alignment of event objectives.
- Vendor Negotiation & Coordination: Liaise with vendors for venues, catering, A/V, and more, ensuring high-quality service within budget parameters.
- On-site Event Management: Oversee the execution of events on-site, ensuring everything runs smoothly and addressing any issues that arise.
- Internal Events & Employee Engagement: Organize and manage internal company events such as team-building activities, holiday parties, and employee appreciation events. Coordinate the distribution of gifts, rewards, and recognition programs to foster a positive work culture.
- Post-event Reporting: Conduct post-event analysis, including gathering feedback and providing detailed reports on event success and areas for improvement.
- Budgeting & Financial Management: Manage event budgets, ensuring cost-effective solutions while maintaining the quality of the experience.
- Innovation & Creativity: Propose new ideas to enhance the attendee experience and drive engagement through interactive, innovative elements.
Experience & Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in conference and event management.
- Proven experience in managing both large-scale conferences and intimate corporate events.
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously.
- Exceptional client-facing skills, with the ability to build relationships and manage expectations effectively.
- Strong budgeting and financial management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to lead presentations and meetings.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and resolve issues quickly and effectively.
- Experience in virtual and hybrid event management is a plus.
- Experience working on a cross-functional marketing team is preferred.
- A degree in event management, marketing, or a related field is a bonus.
Requirements
- Travel: Frequent travel is required for site inspections and on-site event management.
- Passport: A valid passport is required for international events.
- Work Environment: Hybrid work environment with 2 days a week in the office.
- AI Integration: Comfort with and enthusiasm for integrating AI into your work
If you’re ready to bring your passion for events to a company that values creativity, collaboration, and excellence, apply today to join the team at Klick!
Klick is consciously creating a culture where everyone can thrive and grow in their careers. We believe that our best work comes from our diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We strongly encourage members of historically underrepresented communities to apply, including Black people, Indigenous peoples, and other people of colour, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities and people with intersectional identities.
We’re also committed to developing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. Should you require any accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs and ensure you have a positive experience.
