SOSi

Senior Events Manager

Alexandria, VA, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $47,600.00 - $79,300.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Flexible Schedule

Job Description

SOSi is a premier government contracting company headquartered in Reston, Virginia, renowned for delivering cutting-edge technology and professional services to federal agencies. With a steadfast commitment to excellence and innovation, SOSi partners with government clients to execute complex missions that enhance national security, improve operational efficiency, and drive transformative outcomes. As a recognized industry leader, SOSi fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity, integrity, and continuous growth. The company's extensive portfolio spans areas such as cybersecurity, intelligence support, logistics, and training solutions, making it a trusted partner in addressing some of the most critical challenges facing the... Show More

Job Requirements

  • bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business, or related field or equivalent professional experience
  • 7+ years of progressive event marketing and management experience within B2B and/or government contracting environments
  • proven ability to develop strategic event plans that deliver measurable outcomes
  • strong project management skills
  • excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • experience with HubSpot or similar CRM/event automation platforms
  • willingness to travel and work extended hours including evenings and weekends during peak event cycles

Job Qualifications

  • bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business, or related field or equivalent professional experience
  • 7+ years of progressive event marketing and management experience within B2B and/or government contracting environments, with demonstrated success delivering high-impact external and internal events
  • proven ability to develop strategic event plans that deliver measurable outcomes
  • strong project management skills with meticulous attention to detail and deadlines
  • excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex subject matter into clear, audience-focused messaging
  • demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments and senior leaders
  • experience with HubSpot or similar CRM/event automation platforms
  • prior experience managing association memberships and leveraging association platforms for thought leadership
  • experience with analytics tools and event ROI measurement frameworks

Job Duties

  • develop and drive a comprehensive annual events strategy that advances brand awareness, thought leadership, executive visibility, and business objectives
  • partner with cross-functional leaders to align event strategies with organizational goals and key initiatives
  • serve as the strategic lead on event programming, budgeting, staffing, vendor oversight, and post-event evaluation
  • act as the primary point of contact for all industry association memberships
  • identify opportunities to maximize association benefits including committee engagement, leadership roles, speaking opportunities, and thought leadership initiatives
  • build and nurture long-term partnerships with association leadership and external stakeholders
  • lead planning and execution of SOSi's participation in key industry events and conferences
  • identify events that drive visibility, demand generation, and executive engagement
  • coordinate logistics, booth design, messaging, promotional assets, sponsorship opportunities, and staffing
  • identify, prepare, and coach SOSi executives and spokespeople to represent the company effectively
  • lead planning and execution of internal events such as employee summits, holiday celebrations, and leadership forums that support employee engagement and culture
  • coordinate cross-organization logistics, messaging, and execution standards
  • source, negotiate, and manage relationships with event vendors, venues, and contractors
  • ensure compliance with contract terms, budget constraints, and quality expectations
  • define and track performance metrics for events including attendance, engagement, ROI, and pipeline impact
  • produce post-event reports with insights and recommendations to improve future effectiveness
  • use analytics and participant feedback to optimize event strategy and execution

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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