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Walker & Dunlop

Event Manager

Westminster, CO, USA|Remote, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $75,000.00 - $85,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Flexible
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Benefits

comprehensive benefit options
Paid Maternity Leave
Parental leave
Company-paid Life Insurance
short-term disability insurance
long-term disability insurance
401(k) with match
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
pre-tax transit benefits
flexible spending accounts
Career development opportunities
Volunteer hours
Donation matching

Job Description

Walker & Dunlop is a leading provider of capital to the commercial real estate industry, enabling real estate owners and operators to transform their visions of vibrant communities where people live, work, shop, and play into reality. As one of the largest capital providers in this sector, Walker & Dunlop is deeply committed to creating meaningful social, environmental, and economic change within the communities it serves. With a strong focus on innovation, integrity, and collaboration, the company fosters a workplace culture that encourages growth, inclusion, and impactful contributions to the commercial real estate landscape.

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Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in marketing communications or related field
  • Minimum of 3 years of event management experience
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency with event management software and CRM tools
  • Availability to work Tuesday through Thursday 8:30 am to 5:30 pm with remote options on Mondays and Fridays
  • Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing Communications or related field
  • 3 plus years of experience owning events
  • Plan organize and manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced event environment demonstrating a high level of accuracy and thoroughness in produced work
  • Apply big picture thinking with a natural tendency to anticipate implications and needs beyond the immediate task
  • Strong vendor management experience including sourcing coordination and oversight of implementation
  • Deliver clear targeted communication adapting style to internal stakeholders clients and vendors with a focus on achieving results
  • Provide high-quality customer service to internal stakeholders and external clients ensuring a positive and professional event experience
  • Evaluate new information and apply sound judgment to support effective problem-solving and decision-making for both current and future events
  • Collect assess and analyze information from multiple sources to develop recommendations and support informed decision-making
  • Collaborate proactively with team members and support key departmental functions and initiatives
  • Experience with event management software to support registration logistics and overall event operations
  • Proficient in Microsoft Suite
  • Additional skills Adobe Creative Suite Salesforce Bizzabo Box Asana

Job Duties

  • Independently manage and own assigned meetings and events across the full event life-cycle including all logistical and operational coordination
  • Plan and oversee end-to-end event timelines and project plans to ensure efficient execution timely delivery and adherence to budget
  • Cultivate strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders via phone email and in-person interactions proactively streamlining processes to minimize client effort throughout the event lifecycle
  • Leverage event management platforms Bizzabo project management software Asana and CRM Salesforce tools to organize event details monitor progress and maintain accurate attendee and client records
  • Assist in execution of large company events to include Summer Conference and All Company Retreat as assigned
  • Provide administrative support including research data collection executing event payment processes and post event documentation
  • Perform other duties as assigned
  • Attendance is generally required from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm local time Tuesday through Thursday with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays

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Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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