Events Manager

Williams is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected under applicable discrimination law. Do something that means something at Williams. This isn’t just a job - it’s an opportunity to explore and discover your passion with coworkers who become friends and mentors who push you to be your best self in and out of the office. At Williams, we make clean energy happen. And you can too, so bring your energy to ours! As an Events Manager, you will partner closely with internal stakeholders and subject matter experts to translate business objectives into a cohesive, end‑to‑end event narrative that brings the company’s strategy and values to life. You will design engaging session formats—including fireside chats, workshops, and panels—and lead the call‑for‑proposals process, ensuring all presentations and collateral align seamlessly with the corporate brand voice. As the architect of the attendee experience, you will develop a thoughtful run of show that maximizes engagement and impact. You will plan and execute both internal and external events that elevate brand awareness and reinforce the company’s identity, overseeing all logistics from facilities, lodging, travel, and food and beverage to entertainment and on‑site operations. In addition, you will manage event budgets, negotiate effectively with vendors, build strong relationships with preferred partners, and research, evaluate, and select venues—preparing bid comparisons and reviewing contracts for facilities, transportation, and services. Your work will challenge you, and with our Core Values to guide you, you’ll quickly learn and grow with us. Responsibilities/Expectations: Coordinates and plans events from concept through execution Manages multiple events simultaneously using strong project management skills Collaborates across functions and manage multiple stakeholders effectively Communicates clearly and persuasively through strong written and verbal communication Appl ies broad knowledge of Williams’ business, industry, customers, and competitors Support s corporate communications, brand initiatives, and executive‑level events Uphold s brand governance while supporting internal communications and reputation management Evaluates event effectiveness through post‑event reporting, stakeholder feedback, and performance metrics to inform future planning and enhance impact. Other duties as assigned Education/Years of Experience: Required: Associate ’ s degree in Communications , Public Relations, or Marketing and seven (7) year s’ event planning and logistics , budget management and oversight, vendor management and oversight, event programming and content development experience Preferred: Associate ’ s degree in Communications , Public Relations, or Marketing and ten ( 10 ) years ’ event planning and logistics , budget management and oversight, vendor management and oversight, event programming and content development experience Other Requirements: Demonstrates excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as the utmost priority Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and PC skills #LI-KM2 About Tulsa: Our corporate headquarters is located in downtown Tulsa, Oklahoma, the 2nd largest city in Oklahoma and the 47th most populous in the U.S. Tulsa is known as the Mother of "The Mother Road" - Route 66, and boasts impressive art deco architecture, the #1 city park in the U.S. (The Gathering Place) and is a great venue for live music. It's an easy place to get in and out of, with more than 20 non-stop flight destinations offered at Tulsa International Airport. Tulsa is listed on CNN Travel's best destinations to visit in 2022! Tulsa is not only a great place to live, but it's affordable. According to the 2019 Economic Report from Tulsa's Future, the cost of living is 8 percent below the U.S. average. There is no place like T-Town. Check out visittulsa.com to learn more! Why Choose Williams? We are committed to providing our employees with competitive compensation and benefits as part of your Total Rewards package to help protect your current and future physical, emotional, and financial health. We generally offer health benefit programs to our employees and their families that are competitive and flexible enough to meet your needs, and retirement benefits to allow you to invest now for financial security when you retire. With rich learning and development programming and a high internal mobility rate, you are not just applying to a job with Williams; you are embarking on an exciting career! Competitive compensation Annual incentive program Hybrid work model - one work from home day each week for most office-based roles Flexible work schedule for most field-based roles 401(k) with company matching contribution and a fixed annual company contribution Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits Generous company-paid life insurance and disability benefits A consumer-driven health plan option with the potential for a generous company contribution to a Health Savings Account Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Paid time off, including floating and company holidays Employee stock purchase plan Robust employee learning and development High internal mobility (we promote from within) Parental leave (we provide up to 6 weeks for each parent) Fertility coverage and adoption benefits Domestic partner benefits Educational reimbursement Non-profit donation matching contributions and time off to volunteer Employee resource groups Employee assistance programs Technology to make our work more productive and collaborative Regular employee engagement surveys and feedback processes Williams has a long history of making a significant difference in the communities where we live and work, and we strive to cultivate an environment of employee inclusion, innovation and passion that values all voices and opinions. We help each other succeed and great things happen when people from a diverse set of backgrounds come together. Together, we make clean energy happen. Eligibility and benefits are governed by the terms of the applicable plan or program document which can be amended or terminated at any time. For more information, please visit Total Rewards | Williams Companies . Education Requirements: Skill Requirements: Competency Requirements: