Merkle (Dentsu) is hiring a Manager, Hospitality & Events to develop and execute high-quality corporate hospitality events and meetings with a focus on the Miami market. This bilingual (English/Spanish) role involves leading a team in the meticulous execution of Fortune 500 corporate events to enhance guest experience.

What You'll Do

Apply strategic marketing goals to event execution
Lead a team through planning and execution of events
Work with clients as part of an operational team across multiple events and properties
Collaborate with properties, venues, and suppliers to deliver first-class guest experiences
Plan and complete site visits, especially in the Miami area
Follow and manage line-item budgets
Monitor industry event trends and technology tools to enhance client programs
Develop ideas for creative event branding, collateral, and other on-site materials
Organize and distribute event tickets and credentials
Negotiate and secure services from event suppliers and venues
Help plan and direct guest experience and present new ideas to clients
Provide onsite leadership of assigned areas at planned events
Contribute to client conference calls and meetings with prepared documents and presentations
Manage and communicate project status with internal manager, team, and clients
Identify opportunities for business growth and help develop concise scopes of work
Evaluate event successes and areas for improvement

What We're Looking For

Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of equivalent experience in a similar role
4+ years of relevant experience developing high-level corporate events and hospitality
Fluency in Spanish (written and verbal)
Familiarity with the Miami market, including local venues, vendors, and cultural nuances
Proficient in budget management and planning
Experience managing program components and working with clients or agency partners
Experience building and delivering presentations
Ability to travel and work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays (up to 20% annually)
Comfort with some physical labor related to event set-up and breakdown

Nice to Have

Creativity and interest in trends in sports, hospitality, and events

Team & Environment

This role reports to a Director/VP.

Benefits & Compensation

Compensation range: $68,000 - $110,400
Medical, vision, and dental insurance
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
401k
Flexible paid time off
At least 15 paid holidays per year
Paid sick and safe leave
Paid parental leave

Work Mode

This role is based in Miami.

Dentsu is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religious practices and observances, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.