Senior Event Planner
About Style Perfect Events
Style Perfect Events is a strategic event planning and production firm based in Cornelius, North Carolina. We partner with corporations, nonprofits, destinations, and community organizations to create experiences that drive engagement, inspire action, and achieve measurable results.
Our work spans multi-day conferences, fundraising galas, community events, grand openings, brand activations, and corporate events. We are known for combining thoughtful strategy, creative design, strong project management, and exceptional client service to deliver impactful event experiences.
We are seeking a full-time Senior Event Planner who thrives in a fast-paced agency environment and enjoys balancing strategy, creativity, leadership, and execution.
We are looking for someone who enjoys leading client relationships, managing multiple projects simultaneously, solving complex challenges, and helping turn ambitious ideas into exceptional events.
Position Summary
As the Senior Event Planner at Style Perfect Events, you will be a key driver in our event execution process, reporting directly to the Owner. In this role, you will oversee a portfolio of client events and guide strategy, planning, and execution, ensuring seamless coordination across teams and timelines. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent communication skills and a commitment to exceptional client service.
Key Responsibilities
Client Strategy & Relationship Management
Serve as the lead strategic advisor for client accounts, guiding decisions and shaping event direction with clear, insight‑driven recommendations. Build strong relationships and deliver a high‑touch experience while offering thoughtful solutions that elevate the overall vision.
Project Leadership & Event Planning
Oversee multiple events from kickoff through evaluation, managing timelines, budgets, logistics, and production with precision. Identify opportunities to enhance the attendee experience through well‑crafted ideas, thoughtful details, and intentional design choices.
Team Leadership & Collaboration
Lead and support Coordinators, Interns, and event staff by delegating effectively and fostering a collaborative, solutions‑driven environment. Contribute to improving internal systems and processes that strengthen both strategic planning and creative execution.
Vendor & Industry Partnership Management
Cultivate strong partnerships with venues, vendors, sponsors, and production teams while negotiating on behalf of clients. Stay aware of industry trends and emerging approaches that inspire fresh concepts and innovative event solutions.
Event Execution
Direct onsite event operations, leading teams through setup, execution, and breakdown with confidence and professionalism. Resolve challenges quickly and ensure a seamless, polished experience that reflects both strategic intent and thoughtful creative touches.
Required Qualifications
- 3-5 years of professional experience in event planning, event production, hospitality, nonprofit events, conference management, client services, or a related field.
- Experience managing multiple projects, clients, and deadlines simultaneously.
- Proven ability to independently lead projects from concept through execution.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
- Experience managing event budgets and vendor relationships.
- Proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and event technology platforms.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working within an event agency, destination management company (DMC), experiential marketing agency, nonprofit organization, or conference management environment.
- Existing relationships within the Charlotte-area event industry.
- Experience supervising or mentoring team members.
- CMP, CSEP, or other industry certifications.
- Experience managing fundraising events, conferences, corporate events, or community events.
Who Thrives at Style Perfect Events
If you naturally lead with initiative, think strategically, elevate ideas with creativity, guide clients with confidence, and bring teams together to deliver exceptional events, this is where you’ll thrive.
Benefits
- Competitive full-time salary based on experience.
- Performance-based bonus opportunities.
- Flexible work environment.
- Professional development and industry networking opportunities.
- Travel opportunities for client events.
- Exposure to diverse event projects and industries.
- Opportunity to help shape the future growth of an established event planning firm.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Style Perfect Events is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and dignity. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
Pay: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Professional development assistance
Education:
Experience:
- Events management: 2 years (Required)
- Customer service: 2 years (Required)
Location:
- Cornelius, NC 28031 (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Cornelius, NC 28031 (Required)
Work Location: In person
