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Lead Events Specialist

Beacon Hill
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/9/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/9/2026

About the Role
We are seeking an Events Specialist Lead to join a dynamic marketing and events team. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on creating impactful experiences and managing complex projects from start to finish. You will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of high-profile events that engage clients, partners, and internal teams.

What You'll Do

  • Develop and execute event strategies that align with organizational goals
  • Manage a portfolio of events including conferences, meetings, webinars, and special gatherings
  • Oversee all logistics: venue selection, vendor negotiations, catering, AV setup, and accommodations
  • Create detailed timelines, run-of-show documents, and contingency plans
  • Coordinate speaker engagements and presentation materials
  • Manage event budgets, track expenses, and provide post-event financial analysis
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and external partners
  • Lead cross-functional collaboration with marketing, communications, and IT teams
  • Gather feedback and implement best practices for continuous improvement

What We're Looking For

  • Bachelor's degree in Event Planning, Marketing, Communications, or related field
  • 5 years of experience in event planning or corporate events
  • Proven ability to manage large-scale events, both in-person and virtual
  • Strong project management skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • Proficiency in event management software (Cvent preferred), Microsoft Office Suite, and Canva
  • Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
  • Knowledge of financial services or similar industries is a plus

Why You'll Love This Role

  • Opportunity to lead high-impact events that make a difference
  • Collaborative team environment with room for creativity and innovation
  • Competitive compensation and professional growth opportunities

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Company Profile:

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.

Benefits Information:

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.


We look forward to working with you.

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