Global Event Manager - Remote Position for India Marketing

About the Role

We are seeking a talented Global Event Manager to join our team at D2L, focusing on the India market. As a Global Event Manager, you will play a crucial role in planning and executing high-impact event experiences that engage audiences and support our marketing and business objectives. This is a unique opportunity to work remotely while contributing to the transformation of education through innovative event strategies.

What You'll Do

• Own the planning and execution of events for the India market, from concept through on-site execution, and post-event follow-up.
• Partner with global and regional teams to deliver seamless, high-quality event experiences.
• Coordinate event logistics, production, content, creative, messaging, and technical requirements.
• Prepare and manage timelines, budgets, risks, purchase requests, and stakeholder communications.
• Liaise with and support speakers, sponsors, vendors, and event staff.
• Proactively troubleshoot issues during planning and onsite at events.
• Support event promotion, registration, engagement, and follow-up across channels.
• Maintain the event calendar and communicate outcomes and insights internally.
• Stay informed on the India and APAC event landscape and emerging trends to continuously improve event impact.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience managing end-to-end in-person events, with demonstrated experience in the India market.
• Strong project management, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to think quickly under pressure, solve complex problems, and adapt in fast-paced environments.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and drive cross-functional alignment and accountability.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and external partners.
• High attention to detail with strong follow-through.
• Self-motivated and outgoing individual with the ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.
• Creative mindset with a continuous improvement approach.
• Writing or copywriting experience is an asset.
• Proficiency with MS Excel and CRM tools (Salesforce preferred) is an asset.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours and travel domestically and internationally, as needed.

Nice to Have

• Experience in digital event management.
• Familiarity with marketing automation tools.
• Knowledge of the education technology sector.

What We Offer

• Impactful work transforming the way the world learns.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Learning and growth opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $4,000 CAD for continuing education through our Catch the Wave Program.
• 2 Paid Days off for Catch the Wave related activities like exams or final assignments.
• Employee wellbeing services, including access to mental health services.
• Retirement planning assistance.
• Competitive benefits package.
• Home internet reimbursements.
• Employee referral program.
• Wellness reimbursement.
• Employee recognition programs.
• Social events.
• Dog-friendly offices at our HQ in Kitchener, Winnipeg, Vancouver, and Melbourne.