Senior Event Manager

Job Description Location: Sector 62, Noida Organisation: Dare2Gear Type Full Time Job Summary: The Senior Event Manager will lead the end-to-end planning, execution, and evaluation of corporate wellness and engagement events, ensuring every experience reflects Dare2Gear's commitment to excellence and innovation. This role demands strong leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects. The Senior Event Manager will play a key role in driving client satisfaction, operational excellence, and brand growth. Key Responsibilities:1. Strategic Event Planning & Leadership: - Lead the conceptualisation, design, and execution of corporate wellness, fitness, and engagement events. - Develop event strategies aligned with client objectives and Dare2Gear's brand values. - Define event goals, timelines, and key deliverables in coordination with internal and client teams. - Innovate and implement experiential ideas that enhance brand impact and participant engagement. 2. Operations & Logistics Management: - Oversee all operational elements logistics, travel, accommodation, equipment, safety, and on-ground execution. - Ensure seamless coordination of all event materials, technology, and support systems. - Supervise venue setup, branding, AV, and production to ensure a high-quality event experience. - Anticipate and mitigate operational risks with proactive contingency planning. 3. Client & Stakeholder Management: - Act as the primary point of contact for corporate clients and key partners. - Build strong, long-term relationships with HR, CSR, and marketing teams of partner organisations. - Present event concepts, proposals, and post-event reports to clients and management. - Manage client expectations while maintaining Dare2Gear's operational standards and profitability. 4. Vendor & Team Leadership: - Lead and mentor a team of event executives, coordinators, and on-ground crew. - Identify, onboard, and manage vendors and suppliers ensuring timely, high-quality deliverables. - Negotiate contracts, evaluate performance, and maintain professional partnerships. 5. Financial Oversight: - Prepare and manage event budgets, cost projections, and expense tracking. - Ensure events are executed within approved budgets while optimising resource utilisation. - Approve vendor invoices and manage financial reconciliation post-event. 6. Post-Event Reporting & Evaluation: - Lead post-event debriefs to analyse event performance, client feedback, and ROI. - Prepare detailed event reports highlighting outcomes, learnings, and recommendations. - Use insights to continuously refine processes and enhance event quality. 7. Administrative & Compliance Responsibilities: - Maintain accurate records of contracts, budgets, permissions, and vendor details. - Ensure all events adhere to legal, safety, and brand compliance requirements. - Collaborate with the marketing and content teams for pre- and post-event communications. Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Marketing, Business Administration, or related field (MBA preferred). Experience: 68 years of experience in event management, preferably handling corporate wellness, experiential, or large-scale engagement events. Skills & Competencies: - Proven leadership and project management capabilities. - Excellent client communication and presentation skills. - Expertise in logistics planning, vendor management, and budget control. - Strong creative and problem-solving mindset. - Proficiency in event management tools and MS Office Suite. - Ability to thrive under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously. - Flexibility to travel and work evenings or weekends as per event schedules.