Events Manager: Paid Ads Academy

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