Senior Internal Events Manager

About the team & opportunity

We show our prospective customers the value of our product and features in increasing their most valuable asset…time.

The Senior Internal Events Manager owns developing and driving the internal event strategy! This role leads the planning, execution, and evaluation of all internal events at Calendly. This includes everything from large-scale all-hands retreats to small team-building events. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in event management and be able to lead all aspects of an event.

A day in the life of a Senior Internal Events Manager at Calendly

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Strategic Events, you'll focus on the end-to-end strategy, management, and execution of key internal events for a comprehensive event calendar you build based on corporate objectives. By working with internal collaborators you'll develop successful event strategies based on the needs of the business. You will own end to end all aspects of internal events, including stakeholder management, budgeting, concept development, content development, logistics, and event communications.

On a typical day, you will be working on:

• Lead role in conceptualizing, planning, and bringing Calendly’s strategic internal events to life including our in person company kickoff and virtual retreats
• Driving quarterly local events for each of Calendly's city hubs.
• Developing a methodology to capture and report on event metrics and value
• Developing and maintaining an annual budget
• Completing all tasks associated with implementing events in the portfolio
• Providing support for Calendly's external strategic event portfolio including sponsorship management and on-site support

What do we need from you?

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in Marketing, Communications, Event Planning, or a related field and a minimum of 7 years of experience leading events
• Demonstrated ability to lead large, small, virtual, and in-person events
• Critical thinking, ability to see the bigger picture and prioritize accordingly
• Strong project management and interpersonal skills
• Creativity in proposing new ideas to drive engagement
• Ability to work independently and as a team with a strong attention to detail
• Ability to travel as needed
• Authorized to work lawfully in the United States of America as Calendly does not engage in immigration sponsorship at this time

What’s in it for you?

Ready to make a serious impact? Millions of people already rely on Calendly’s products, and we’re still in the midst of our growth curve — it’s a phenomenal time to join us. Everything you’ll work on here will accelerate your career to the next level. If you want to learn, grow, and do the best work of your life alongside the best people you’ve ever worked with, then we hope you’ll consider allowing Calendly to be a part of your professional career.

Our Hiring Process:

Typically, individuals will participate in the following interview process. However, there may be slight nuances given the role and or department we are hiring for. Please keep in mind that individuals can be declined from the position at any stage of the process.

• Qualified individuals will be invited to schedule a phone interview with a member of our recruiting team. This is a great time to ask any initial questions you have about the company or the role.
• Next, we’ll put you in direct contact with your potential manager. You’ll get a chance to learn even more about life at Calendly, the responsibilities within your role, and the qualities needed to succeed here.
• Then, you will perform an interview exercise, where you can highlight your skills.
• Next, or in parallel, you’ll meet with your potential team members.
• Finally, we connect with those you’ve worked with before, to learn more about the impact you can make, the value you bring, and the best way to set you up for success at Calendly.

We aim to provide an inclusive and equitable experience to everyone who expresses interest in working at Calendly. The recruiter assigned to this role will keep you informed every step of the way. Have questions? Let your recruiter know! Want to share your experience? We are passionately committed to improving and building on our process, and we consider feedback a gift.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the application or recruiting process, please contact us at recruiting@calendly.com. 

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