Event Manager

Serv, a global executive recruitment partner, is hiring on behalf of our client Paid Ads Academy for an Events Manager.

Join the Team:

Paid Ads Academy is one of the fastest-growing woman-owned startups in advertising education, focused on helping entrepreneurs and their teams master paid ads in-house. The company operates with a high-performance, high-accountability culture centered around excellence, ownership, and innovation. Their team is deeply committed to delivering exceptional client experiences through both digital and in-person touchpoints, including large-scale live events and international retreats.

To learn more please visit: https://paidadscoaching.com/

Position Responsibilities:

If you are someone who thrives at the intersection of strategy and execution and enjoys creating high-impact, memorable experiences, this role offers the opportunity to own and elevate a company’s entire event ecosystem. You will play a critical role in shaping how clients engage with the brand in person, ensuring every event reflects excellence and intention.

This role includes:

• Leading end-to-end strategy, planning, and execution for domestic and international events including retreats, workshops, masterminds, and team gatherings

• Owning the full event lifecycle including venue selection, experience design, run of show, and on-site execution

• Partnering with Brand and Creative leadership to align event vision, branding, and gifting experiences

• Managing multi-currency budgets in collaboration with Accounting, ensuring financial accuracy and accountability

• Building and maintaining detailed timelines, checklists, and planning systems

• Serving as the on-site lead for all major events, including flagship experiences

• Overseeing all event logistics including catering, accommodations, transportation, A/V, and materials

• Managing vendor sourcing, negotiation, contracts, and ongoing relationships

• Owning attendee communications in partnership with Client Success, including segmentation and delivery

• Leading all gifting programs from concept through delivery, including client gifts, event materials, and company merchandise

• Managing shipping logistics, inventory, and timely delivery of all materials

• Providing regular updates to leadership and contributing to broader operational strategy discussions

Qualifications:

• 6 years of experience in event management, hospitality, or meeting planning

• Proven experience leading multi-day corporate events and high-touch client experiences

• Strong budget management and vendor negotiation experience, including six- to seven-figure budgets

• Experience using AI tools to improve planning, communication, or operational efficiency

• Demonstrated ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a fast-paced environment

• Exceptional organizational and project management skills

• Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal

• High level of discretion and professionalism when handling client-facing work

• Strong problem-solving ability with a calm, solutions-oriented mindset

• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally

Non-Negotiables:

• Proven ownership of full event lifecycle from strategy through execution

• Experience managing complex, high-budget, multi-day events

• Strong vendor management and negotiation capabilities

• High attention to detail with ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

• Alignment with a high-performance, accountability-driven culture

Our Ideal Teammate Is Someone Who:

• Takes full ownership of outcomes and operates with high accountability

• Thinks strategically while executing with precision

• Communicates clearly and confidently across stakeholders

• Brings a proactive and solutions-oriented mindset

• Is highly organized and dependable under pressure

• Continuously looks for ways to improve systems and processes

• Cares deeply about delivering exceptional experiences

Location: Remote-first, Metro-Atlanta based with on-site as needed

Salary: Starting $80,000 to $85,000 annually