Our client is a top financial institution with significant North American holdings. They have operations across most major verticals, including institutional & corporate, wealth management, private clients, commercial banking, treasury, and retail banking.

Introduction

Robertson is seeking a skilled Manager, Global Event to join our client in support of an existing vacancy.

Contract Period: 18 months with potential to extend or convert

Pay Rate: Starting form $48 per hour

Location : Toronto, ON

Location Type: Hybrid

Business Hours: Monday-Friday, Core business hours

Job Responsibilities:

- Translating business objectives and priorities into moments for experiences
- Be the connective tissue between event content, creative, graphics, technology and logistics
- Bringing these workstreams together and with an understanding and a vision for how it all comes to life on stage
- Coordinate and lead project team meetings to ensure scheduling, operational and production timelines and deliverables are met through the event project lifecycles
- Build, manage and socialise technical run-of-show documents and production schedules
- Be the glue between IT and AV teams to ensure to ensure execution excellence
- Source and manage partnerships with external vendors and ensure that services are delivered in line with the statement of work and budget
- Collaborate with Brand colleagues to ensure appropriate branding is represented at all events and incorporated into all experiences
- Manage and reconcile program budgets

Experience & Qualification Requirements:

- University degree required
- 8 – 10 years of marketing experience required
- Have strong experience managing global corporate events (either from a corporate or agency perspective)




- Production with an incredibly strong portfolio of delivered work in live events
- Have advanced knowledge of end-to-end event production and project processes
- Have experience in show calling, stage management and event operations for hybrid, virtual and in-person corporate audiences
- You have the ability to pick up cues and connect the dots to anticipate and trouble shoot
- You love process
- You can hit the ground running, thrive in a high paced environment (office & onsite) and love to multi-task
- Have a high degree of emotional intelligence, be able to adapt quickly to change and a capacity to stay calm under pressure in fast-paced environment
- Like to push boundaries and challenge expectations with unique creative solutions
- Outcome oriented and customer focused
- Deadline driven with strong sense of accuracy and detail
- Demonstrated capability to write detailed event briefs
- Comfortable working with C-level executives, and managing unforeseen circumstances and stressful situations, such as challenges/disruptions with technology during events
- Have a strategic mindset with the ability to forecast outcomes in a changing environment, and respond accordingly
- Exhibit initiative as a self-starter – highly motivated, striving for continual improvement in both personal skills and production quality




- Have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build effective partnerships and interact with stakeholders at all levels
- Stage Management & Show Calling Experience
- Technical Event Production Expertise
- Corporate Events Experience
- Technical Show Flows & Run of Show Development
- AV, Lighting, Video & Production Vendor Management
- Experience with Emerging Event Technology
- Creative & Brand Collaboration Experience
- Budget & Vendor Management

How to Apply: If you are a motivated professional looking to contribute to a leading team, please submit your resume outlining your qualifications and experience relevant to this role. Robertson & the clients we represent, value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We invite all qualified individuals to apply. Background screening is required as part of the onboarding process. The type of screening required (criminal, credit, or other verifications) will vary based on the position and client requirements.

We use AI technology as part of our application review process to assist with screening and assessment. All applications are also reviewed by our recruitment team.

Robertson & the clients we represent are equal chance employers, committed to diversity and inclusion. Robertson is a certified diverse supplier and actively seeks to foster a representative and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, Aboriginal status, or any other legally protected factors.

We champion building a diverse and inclusive environment.

📌 Manager, Global Event (Toronto)
🏢 Robertson u0026 Company
📍 Toronto