Events Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Netherlands, +3 more countries.

📋 Description

• Manage and execute in-person events independently across the EMEA region, with future expansion to APJ.

• Oversee all aspects of event logistics from start to finish, including venue selection, negotiations, contracts, vendor coordination, booth design and setup, as well as on-site execution.

• Take ownership of event project management encompassing timelines, budgets, contracts, and communications with vendors.

• Establish and monitor event success metrics; provide post-event analysis along with actionable recommendations for improvement.

• Develop, review, and approve event materials, signage, collateral, presentations, and registration experiences.

• Utilize AI and automation tools to enhance planning, execution, and reporting processes.

• Proactively identify risks and resolve issues through real-time problem-solving and decision-making on-site.

• Collaborate with various teams including marketing, sales, product, and regional departments.

• Mentor junior team members, contractors, and agency partners while maintaining a hands-on approach.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must reside in the UK, Netherlands, Sweden, or Germany.

• A minimum of 4 years of direct experience in event management.

• Proven experience in independently managing hosted conferences and third-party conference sponsorships.

• Familiarity with venue sourcing, negotiation, contract management, budget oversight and reconciliation, vendor management, registration setup, on-site execution, and post-event evaluation.

• Experience serving as the primary on-site lead for in-person events.

• Willingness to travel by air approximately 40 percent of the time, including long-haul trips to APJ and occasional work across APJ/AMER time zones.

• A curious mindset and adaptability in leveraging marketing technologies, including AI-driven tools like Claude Code.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.

• Capability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

• Proficiency in managing multiple concurrent events with competing deadlines and shifting priorities.

• Experience in orchestrating complex events with multiple stakeholders.

• Strong organizational and time management capabilities.

• Robust problem-solving skills and sound decision-making abilities.

• Proficiency in Zuddl or similar registration platforms; familiarity with Salesforce and Monday.com is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).

• Fully remote work within a global culture.

• Opportunities for career advancement.

• In-person onboarding experience.

• 30 days of annual leave each year.

• 3 annual leave days allocated for Grafana Shutdown Days.

• Open communication and regular updates for the entire company.

• Freedom and support to produce exceptional work and explore new initiatives.