Conference Associate
Core
Own the operational standard and end-to-end execution of 10 European private equity conferences annually, managing venues, suppliers, on-site teams, and the overall event experience.
Role type
Senior Conference Operations Manager
Builds
Large-scale private equity industry conferences and VIP events (via careerplan.io/jobs/7828209003-conference-associate-at-setsales)
Domain
Private Equity / Event Management
Required skills
Supplier research and negotiation, Event planning and logistics, Budget management, Volunteer management, Inventory tracking, Quality assurance for design materials
Preferred skills
Fast-paced environment adaptability, Detail orientation, Cross-functional collaboration
Technologies
Event management tools, Inventory tracking systems, Communication platforms
Responsibilities
Source, compare, and negotiate contracts with event suppliers; Plan and coordinate sponsored VIP events, lunches, and dinners; Manage a 40-person volunteer organization including hiring and training; Provide on-site support to ensure smooth event execution; Maintain event inventory and conduct quality checks on promotional materials.
Seniority
Mid-level to Senior, hands-on operator