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Optiver is looking for an Events & Executive Assistant to join our Travel, Events, and Leadership Office (TELO) team. This role is equal parts culture builder, event planner, and executive partner ...

Optiver is looking for an Events & Executive Assistant to join our Travel, Events, and Leadership Office (TELO) team. This role is equal parts culture builder, event planner, and executive partner ...

Delivers support for live events, executive sessions, and studio-based production environments. Roles & Responsibilities: Provide end-to-end event support (setup, execution, teardown) Support hybrid ...

Executive Assistant

Rosemont, IL · On-site

$42.75 - $49.50/hr

... and special events with efficiency. Responsibilities: • Coordinate executive calendars by ... organizing meetings, adjusting schedules as priorities shift, and ensuring leaders have the ...

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How much do events executive jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for events executive in the United States is $73,071.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $86,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Events Executives when coordinating multiple events simultaneously?

Events Executives often juggle several events at once, which can present challenges like managing overlapping timelines, allocating resources efficiently, and ensuring clear communication among vendors and team members. Staying organized with detailed schedules and checklists is essential, as is the ability to adapt quickly to last-minute changes or unforeseen issues. Proactively collaborating with stakeholders and maintaining strong vendor relationships also helps in resolving conflicts and delivering successful events.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Events Executive, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Events Executive, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience in event planning, often supported by a degree in hospitality, marketing, or a related field. Familiarity with event management software, budgeting tools, and customer relationship management (CRM) systems is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills help you manage clients, vendors, and teams effectively. These abilities are crucial for delivering seamless events that meet client objectives and ensure participant satisfaction.

What is the difference between Events Executive vs Event Coordinator?

AspectEvents ExecutiveEvent Coordinator
ResponsibilitiesPlanning, executing, and managing event logistics, budgets, and vendor relationsOrganizing event details, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring smooth event flow
Required SkillsProject management, communication, negotiationOrganization, multitasking, communication
Work EnvironmentCorporate, agency, or client-side event teamsEvent venues, client offices, or agencies
Common CertificationsEvent management certifications, hospitality degreesEvent planning courses, hospitality certifications

While both roles involve planning and coordinating events, the Events Executive typically handles broader responsibilities including budgeting and vendor management, often at a strategic level. The Event Coordinator focuses more on the logistical execution of events, ensuring details are managed on the ground. Both roles require strong organizational skills and industry knowledge, but the Events Executive usually operates in a more senior or strategic capacity within organizations or agencies.

What does an Events Executive do?

An Events Executive is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing events such as conferences, exhibitions, corporate meetings, or social gatherings. Their duties include managing budgets, liaising with vendors and clients, overseeing event logistics, and ensuring that all aspects of the event run smoothly. They also handle promotions, manage event teams, and troubleshoot any issues that arise during the planning or execution stages. An Events Executive’s goal is to deliver successful, memorable events that meet client expectations and organizational objectives.
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Infographic showing various Events Executive job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 65% Full Time, 31% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,071 per year, or $35.1 per hour.
Events & Exec Affairs Assoc

Events & Exec Affairs Assoc

Alliance to Save Energy

Washington, DC • On-site

$40K - $45K/yr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

Events & Executive Affairs Associate
Alliance to Save Energy
The Events & Executive Affairs Associate will support marketing, sponsor engagement and registration for all Alliance to Save Energy signature events, including EE Global, the Evening with the Stars of Energy Efficiency Awards Dinner and Great Energy Efficiency Day. He/she will also be responsible for developing and executing a robust offering of events for participants in the Alliance Associates network, including Congressional Briefings, Congressional Field Trips, Policy Perspectives events and receptions. Additionally, he/she will also support the day-to-day administrative needs of the President and COO. This individual must be a motivated, assertive, responsible, self-directed and comfortable interacting with senior level professionals, including the Alliance Executive team as well as external contacts from corporations, government and peer organizations. The position will report directly to the Manager of Events & Executive Affairs and will be expected to work collaboratively across the organization.
Primary Responsibilities:
SIGNATURE EVENTS (50%)
EE Global
• Develop and maintain event website;
• Manage the invitation list, registration process, and attendee lists;
• Manage speaker logistics including maintenance of speaker database, drafting and issuing speaker invitations, speaker confirmation, follow-up, management, briefing and on-site logistics;
• Assist with on-site event management;
• Conduct appropriate follow-up activities, including drafting and issuing thank you letters, updating attendee lists, and collecting and analyzing participant evaluation reports to incorporate for next year.
Stars of Energy Efficiency Awards Dinner
• Manage the Awards Dinner Committee meetings including nomination tracking, committee invitations, agenda and slide creation, logistical arrangements and drafting of meeting minutes;
• Manage award finalist and winner correspondence and take the lead in drafting, sending and tracking presenter invitations;
• Assist with on-site event management;
• Conduct appropriate follow-up activities including drafting and issuing thank you letters.
Great Energy Efficiency Day
• Develop invitation lists, and oversee registration process;
• Assist with on-site event management.
EXECUTIVE AFFAIRS (25%)
Board of Directors Management
• Manage Board of Directors lists and related collateral, ensuring 100% accuracy always;
• Build relationships with Board members and their staff;
• Coordinate development of annual Board and ancillary meeting schedule;
• Secure venue and manage logistics for Board and ancillary meetings;
• Coordinate and prepare final materials for Board briefing books.
Executive Support
Work with the other Events & Executive Affairs Associate to:
• Assist the President in preparing for meetings and speaking engagements, including internal coordination of agendas, remarks, presentations, briefing books, etc.;
• Manage the President's calendar, including time, tasks and scheduling appointments and meetings;
• Assist President in managing incoming phone calls, letters and email communications;
• Participate in and take minutes for departmental meetings, as appropriate;
• Prepare expense reports for the President and COO;
• Develop and maintain both an internal and external industry event calendar;
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Events & Executive Affairs Manager, President and COO.
OTHER/ASSOCIATES EVENTS (25%)
Additional Event Planning
• Assist with programmatic marketing materials as needed;
• Assist with additional event planning, with a focus on events for Alliance Associates, including receptions, speaker breakfasts and Congressional field trips. Duties may include:
oVenue and vendor selection and management;
oManaging speaker invitation, confirmation and briefing process;
oDeveloping invitation lists and email marketing materials;
oManaging event registration;
oOn-site logistics;
oConducting event follow-up including thank-you letters, event reports and invoice processing.
Job Qualifications:
• At least 1 year office experience;
• 4-year college degree or equivalent work experience;
• Strong attention to detail a must;
• Ability to be flexible with range and intensity of assignments;
• Ability to establish/follow routine processes and procedures;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Outlook; familiarity with Salesforce a plus;
• Demonstrated interpersonal, problem-solving and communication skills;
• Initiative in undertaking routine assignments/projects without direct supervision.
Compensation:
Salary range is $40-45k, based on experience. The Alliance offers a generous benefits package and a comfortable work environment in downtown Washington, DC convenient to Metro.
How to Apply:
Please submit a cover letter and resume - in a single file - via the following link to apply for this position:
https://rn11.ultipro.com/NEO1000/jobboard/NewCandidateExt.aspx?__JobID=95
Consideration of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The Alliance is an equal opportunity employer.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.