Corporate Events Manager - Quick Hire!

Essense of Australia is a distinguished international bridal wholesaler with a proud legacy of over 20 years in the bridal fashion industry. Headquartered in Lenexa, Kansas, with significant regional offices in Perth, Australia, and Zug, Switzerland, the company has cultivated a strong presence across the globe, including the United Kingdom, Europe, Canada, and New Zealand. Essense of Australia is widely recognized as a global leader in the bridal fashion market, with its exquisite designs showcased in nearly 1,000 stores worldwide. This well-established brand combines innovative bridal fashion design with an unwavering commitment to customer service, forming a dynamic company culture that rewards creativity, drive, and collaboration. In this thriving environment, the role of Corporate Event Manager is vital to maintaining and expanding the company’s influence and reputation through thoughtfully orchestrated corporate events. The Corporate Event Manager will be a strategic and hands-on professional responsible for the end-to-end planning, execution, and post-event analysis of large-scale corporate events, trade show exhibitions, and internal company gatherings. A key focus of this role is to ensure food and beverage excellence, which is crucial to delivering memorable event experiences aligned with the Essense of Australia brand. This position demands expertise in food and beverage management, including menu planning, precise quantity forecasting, and managing diverse dietary needs. The successful candidate will be adept at collaborating with vendors and caterers to ensure every event detail exceeds expectations. The Corporate Event Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to align event goals with corporate objectives, manage complex budgets and contracts, oversee logistics such as venue arrangements, décor, entertainment, and audiovisual components, and lead onsite event operations to ensure seamless execution. Additionally, this role includes leadership responsibilities such as training and managing event staff, coordinating labor schedules, and enforcing compliance with permitting and risk management standards. Measuring event success through thorough post-event evaluations will enable continuous improvement and help foster a culture of teamwork and excellence across departments. This multifaceted role offers a unique opportunity to impact the company positively while working at the intersection of corporate event management and the luxury bridal fashion industry. Essense of Australia offers a rewarding environment where creativity, innovation, and dedication are valued. The company is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive and passionate team culture that empowers individuals and celebrates excellence and loyalty. This role is positioned as an excellent career opportunity for an event management professional who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced global company and who has a passion for delivering distinguished experiences that align with a premier bridal fashion brand. Employment type is OTHER, and while specific salary details are not provided, the company emphasizes offering competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages.

• bachelor's degree in business or related degree
• 3-5 years of event planning experience with corporate or hospitality focus
• strong background in food and beverage management including menu planning and catering
• skilled in managing multiple timelines and vendor relationships
• excellent communication and negotiation skills
• physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds and stand for long periods
• ability to manage risk, compliance, and permitting for events