Event Manager

Position: Event ManagerLocation: Chicago, IL (in-office 5 days/week)Compensation: $70k-$80k Base Salary + BenefitsOur client is a labor union representing tens of thousands of members across the Midwest. They're hiring an Event Manager to centralize event logistics and travel coordination. This is a pure execution role, converting instructions from leadership into fully booked travel, secured venues, and managed on-the-ground event details. It's not a strategic role; it requires someone who can independently and reliably execute high volumes of clearly defined logistics tasks.Key responsibilities include:· Plan and execute event logistics end-to-end, from venue outreach through on-site execution· Conduct venue walkthroughs and negotiate Banquet Event Orders (BEOs)· Manage on-site logistics for multi-day events (space, catering, signage, vendors)· Support events from small meetings to gatherings of several hundred· Book and manage individual and group travel, including recurring training travel, trade show logistics, and occasional international trips· Secure hotel room blocks and distribute booking links to attendees· Build and maintain vendor/venue relationships; negotiate rates and contracts· Serve as central point of contact for cross-departmental logistics requests· Manage travel/event budgets, reconcile invoices, and maintain booking recordsWe are looking for someone with the following experience:· Strong execution skills; able to follow instructions with minimal supervision· Background in hospitality, hotels, or event coordination preferred· Comfortable managing high-volume logistics across multiple events and stakeholders· Union-friendly and comfortable in a labor union environment· Organized, detail-oriented, and reliableThis role suits someone who excels at precise, high-volume execution and wants a key operational position that runs independently under the leadership team's direction.If this sounds like you then we'd love to connect!