About Dialectica
Dialectica is the global leader in insights on-demand. We enable investment and business professionals to access untapped market, competitive & customer insights powered by the world’s hardest to find experts, and cutting-edge technology. Our team of +1,000 professionals in 5 offices spanning 3 continents, works with top-tier investment funds, management consulting firms, and Fortune 500 companies around the globe.
Driven by our mission to achieve unparalleled customer recognition, we are developing the most trusted and innovative knowledge-sharing platform in the world. Dialectica has been recognized as one of Europe’s fastest-growing companies by the Financial Times for 4 years in a row, a Top Employer for Recent Graduates by The Career Directory in Canada and a Best Workplace.
About the role
The Private Equity Events Specialist will be responsible for developing, coordinating, and executing a range of high-impact events aimed at engaging and building relationships with senior industry executives and Private Equity professionals. This role will combine strategic planning, creative thinking, stakeholder management, and operational excellence to ensure that Dialectica remains at the forefront of industry engagement.
Event Strategy and Planning
- Develop an annual calendar of events tailored to the private equity and Executive Community audience, including conferences; webinars; roundtables; and networking receptions.
- Define event objectives and success metrics aligned with Dialectica’s broader strategic goals.
- Collaborate with internal teams to identify target audiences, themes, and speakers that resonate with private equity and executive stakeholders.
Event Execution
- Oversee end-to-end event logistics, including venue selection, vendor management, budget tracking, and on-site coordination.
- Partner with marketing, design, and business development teams to develop promotional materials, registration platforms, and post-event content.
- Ensure events are executed seamlessly and reflect the high-quality standards that Dialectica is known for.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Cultivate relationships with private equity firms, portfolio companies, and industry experts to enhance event participation and content relevance.
- Work closely with Dialectica’s private equity team to align event strategies with client acquisition and retention objectives.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for speakers, sponsors, and key attendees.
Post-Event Analysis
- Collect feedback from attendees to evaluate event impact and identify areas for improvement.
- Generate post-event reports summarizing key outcomes, learnings, and ROI. Leverage insights to continuously enhance future events.
- Market Awareness and Innovation
- Stay informed on industry trends and competitor activity to position Dialectica as a thought leader in private equity.
- Experiment with new formats, technologies, and engagement strategies to create unique event experiences.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
- 2+ years of experience in event management, preferably within the private equity or professional services industry.
- Strong understanding of the private equity ecosystem, including key players and market dynamics.
- Exceptional organizational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple events simultaneously.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging with senior-level stakeholders.
- Proven track record of managing event budgets and delivering measurable results. - Proficiency in event management platforms, CRM systems, and marketing tools.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary with additional performance incentives.
- Learning and development opportunities (e.g. on-the-job training, Udemy courses and many others!)
- Hybrid work model & extra personal/flex days and paid volunteer days a year for your favorite cause.
- The chance to play a key role in shaping the future of Dialectica’s private equity engagement strategy.
- Entrepreneurial culture and amazing coworkers!