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Events Manager

Category: Marketing

Main location: United States, Virginia, Fairfax

Alternate Location(s): United States, Massachusetts, Boston

United States, Georgia, Atlanta

United States, North Carolina, Charlotte

Position ID: J0326-1500

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Description:

Experienced events manager for a fast-paced team, responsible for driving strategic event planning and seamless execution across a diverse portfolio of internal and external events. This role partners closely with business leaders to translate priorities into high-impact experiences that strengthen the CGI brand and drive tangible business outcomes.

CGI will consider candidates proximate to any CGI office with a preference for Fairfax VA, Boston MA, Atlanta GA and Charlotte NC. CGI utilizes a hybrid model and partners should be prepared to work in a local CGI office, as needed.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As an Events Manager, you join the U.S. Events Team and will manage a broad portfolio of concurrent events across CGI's U.S. operations. These may include:

. Executive and leadership meetings

. Internal employee engagement events

. Virtual and hybrid events hosted on enterprise or third-party platforms

. Industry conferences and tradeshows

. CGI-hosted client and business development events

Strategic Event Planning & Portfolio Management

. Partner with Marketing Communications and business leaders to develop event strategies aligned to business objectives.

. Support the definition of event goals, success metrics, and measurement approaches.

. Provide strategic counsel on event investments and attendee experience design.

. Manage multiple events simultaneously, balancing competing priorities and timelines.

End-to-End Event Management

. Partner with business and program leaders to manage event planning and execution across logistics, production oversight, and post-event evaluation.

. Develop and manage detailed event logistics and production timelines aligned to program milestones.

. Build and manage budgets, track actuals, and ensure timely invoice processing and reconciliation.

. Negotiate contracts and pricing with venues, event hosts, and vendors.

. Provide thoughtful cost guidance and financial stewardship across events.

Event Logistics & Execution

. Manage all event logistics, including: Site selection and hotel sourcing Room block management Audio/visual arrangements (in-person and virtual) Food & beverage planning Meeting space or exhibit set-up and flow Offsite activities and transportation Shipping and on-site coordination

. Travel as needed to manage on-site execution.

. Coordinate on-site staffing and vendor performance.

. Purchase and manage event materials, branded merchandise, and attendee gifts as needed.

Virtual & Hybrid Event Production

. Oversee production for virtual and hybrid events using platforms such as Microsoft Teams Town Hall, Digicast, and other digital event tools.

. Coordinate production rehearsals, technical run-throughs, and live event execution, partnering with program leadership on speaker readiness.

. Ensure high production quality and a seamless attendee experience.

Event Communications & Brand Stewardship

. Draft and edit event-related communications — including invitations, registration copy, reminder emails, and post-event follow-ups — in partnership with program leadership.

. Manage or support registration platforms and attendee communications workflows.

. Develop and distribute post-event surveys, partnering with program leadership, and synthesize insights to inform continuous improvement.

. Ensure consistent and compelling CGI brand application across event materials, signage, and attendee touchpoints.

. Collaborate with creative services on signage, graphics, and experiential elements.

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

. Build strong working relationships with business leaders, executives, program managers, and Marketing Communications colleagues.

. Serve as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders on event strategy and execution.

. Develop and maintain strong partnerships with event organizers, third-party associations, suppliers, vendors, and venues.

. Manage vendor sourcing, contracts, timelines, and performance.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

You are a passionate problem solver who takes ownership of your projects and sees them through to completion. Your attention to detail sets you apart, and the quality assurance of your work is consistently strong. You enjoy communicating, both verbally and in writing, and are comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

. 5+ years of experience in corporate event management across a broad portfolio of concurrent events, preferably within a professional services or IT environment.

. Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, Event Management, or related field preferred.

. Strong project coordination skills, including managing multiple priorities, working with multiple internal stakeholders, meeting deadlines, and driving successful cross-functional collaboration.

. Demonstrated experience managing executive-level, large-scale, and virtual events.

. Fluency in brand application, verbal and written communications, editing, and proofing.

. Fluency in vendor and supplier relationship management, including contract negotiation and performance oversight.

. Strong budget management experience, including forecasting, tracking, and financial reconciliation.

. Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools thoughtfully and responsibly to enhance efficiency, insight, and quality in events, while applying sound judgment and human oversight.

. Resourcefulness to build strong networks, facilitate collaboration, and solve problems proactively.

. Ability to operate effectively in a complex, matrixed organization and adapt to shifting business needs.

. A sincere desire for constructive feedback, with resilience and the ability to respond accordingly.

. Strong executive presence and sound judgment under tight timelines.

Technical Skills

. Experience with Microsoft Office, including presentation creation in PowerPoint and advanced use of Excel.

. Experience with digital event platforms and virtual production tools.

. Experience with marketing automation platforms (HubSpot preferred).

. Familiarity with work management tools (Workfront preferred) and collaboration tools (Microsoft Teams, SharePoint).

. Experience with Cvent or similar event registration platforms preferred.

. CMP distinction a plus.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT

You'll join a collaborative, high-performing Marketing Communications team that operates at the intersection of brand, business growth, and partner experience. Our team plays a visible role across the U.S. strategic business unit, partnering with leaders to deliver impactful marketing and event strategies that drive tangible business outcomes.

At CGI, you are invited to be an owner from day one. As a CGI Partner, you'll take ownership of meaningful work, contribute your insights, and help shape how we deliver experiences that reflect our values and ambition. You'll grow your expertise alongside colleagues who value precision, partnership, and accountability—in an environment where respect, belonging, and continuous development are foundational to how we work.

Here, your contributions matter. Together, we turn meaningful insights into action and build a company we are proud to own.

CGI expects to accept applications through 4/30/2026.

Other Information:

CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $70,800.00 - $198,400.00.

CGI's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:

. Competitive compensation including profit participation program

. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

. Basic life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance

. Matching contributions through 401(k) plan, and CGI share purchase plan

. Flexibility and paid accrued vacation leave, ranging from 10 to 20 days per year, based on job level, years of relevant prior experience, and years of service

. 10 paid holidays per year

. At least 80 consecutive hours of paid sick/safe leave (except where applicable state/local law requires more)

. Paid parental leave, ranging from 20 to 70 consecutive business days based on circumstances of leave and applicable laws

. Bereavement leave, ranging from 1 to 7 days per year based on relationship.

. Paid jury duty leave, up to time summoned

. Learning opportunities and tuition assistance

. Wellness and Well-being programs

For more detailed information about our benefits offerings visit Benefits | CGI Careers

Please note that the benefits listed above are subject to change based on the specific terms and conditions of the contract being supported.

Skills:

• Event Management

• Event Marketing

• Marketing Comm & Promotion

• Project Management

• Vendor Management

What you can expect from us:

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business.

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All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.

CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.