Director Event Jobs in Buffalo, NY (NOW HIRING)

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

IFS - Clients & Markets

Management Level

Director

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in brand management, marketing and sales focus on collaboration to develop and execute strategic sales and marketing initiatives. These individuals focus on driving revenue growth, promoting the Firm's services, enhancing brand visibility, and capturing new business opportunities. They utilise market research, digital marketing, creative campaigns, and effective sales strategies to engage clients, enhance the firm's brand and market presence, and achieve organisational targets.
Those in event management at PwC will focus on planning and executing successful corporate events with seamless coordination and exceptional attendee experiences. Your work will involve strong organisational skills and attention to detail to deliver impactful events that align with clients' objectives.
Translating the vision, you set the tone, and inspire others to follow. Your role is crucial in driving business growth, shaping the direction of client engagements, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion and a commercial mindset are all foundational to our success. You create a healthy working environment while maximising client satisfaction. You cultivate the potential in others and actively team across the PwC Network, understanding tradeoffs, and leveraging our collective strength.
Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:
Lead in line with our values and brand.
Develop new ideas, solutions, and structures; drive thought leadership.
Solve problems by exploring multiple angles and using creativity, encouraging others to do the same.
Balance long-term, short-term, detail-oriented, and big picture thinking.
Make strategic choices and drive change by addressing system-level enablers.
Promote technological advances, creating an environment where people and technology thrive together.
Identify gaps in the market and convert opportunities to success for the Firm.
Adhere to and enforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance) the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.
The Opportunity
As part of the Event Management team, you will lead the strategy, design, and execution of impactful events that elevate brand and business objectives. As a Director, you will set the strategic direction for significant events, overseeing end-to-end planning and delivery while enhancing alignment with enterprise priorities and improving attendee experiences at scale.
Responsibilities
- Lead the strategic planning and execution of impactful events
- Oversee thorough event management processes from inception to completion
- Collaborate with senior leadership to confirm alignment with business objectives
- Manage vendor relationships, budgets, and risk assessments
- Enhance attendee experiences through innovative design and execution
- Drive optimization strategies for event performance and effectiveness
- Foster stakeholder engagement and communication throughout the event lifecycle
- Confirm adherence to brand standards and organizational priorities
What You Must Have
- Bachelor's Degree
- At least 8 years of experience
What Sets You Apart
- Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications Studies, Business Administration, Hospital Administration preferred
- Having experience in event management, brand marketing, or related roles, with demonstrated leadership over large-scale, multi-stakeholder events and strategic marketing initiatives
- Demonstrating thought leader-level abilities in event management
- Exhibiting experience in event marketing strategy
- Managing event budgeting and vendor management
- Securing seamless attendee experiences through event execution
- Applying knowledge of public relations and risk mitigation
- Leading cross-functional teams and influencing senior stakeholders
- Experience in optimizing complex, significant events

Travel Requirements

Up to 40%

Job Posting End Date

The salary range for this position is: $122,500 - $423,780. For residents of Washington state the salary range for this position is: $122,500 - $504,500. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glanceAs PwC is anequal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-workFor only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: https://pwc.to/us-application-deadlines