Onsite Event Specialist

Responsibilities

• Act as primary onsite contact for events, coordinating with catering, AV, security, and transportation partners.
• Provide day‑of‑event support, including being on‑call or onsite, running product demos, and capturing event documentation (surveys, photos).
• Conduct staff meetings, event space walkthroughs, and briefings as needed.
• Manage onsite logistics for registration, rooms, hospitality desk, food & beverage, activities, business meetings, technology, and VIP handling.
• Implement crisis management procedures and ensure communication plans are in place.
• Serve as liaison to clients for onsite event logistics and keep all stakeholders informed of changes.
• Collaborate with teams to define solutions and ensure the best event experience for clients and guests.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in meeting/event management or a related industry.
• Ability to learn new technology solutions and work with multiple systems.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in G Suite and Microsoft Office tools with the ability to learn new technology quickly.
• Ability to thrive in an agile, continuously changing environment.
• Physical ability to handle onsite demands, including standing and lifting.

Nice To Have: Prior experience in high‑touch client or VIP event management.

• Role:
  Onsite
• Location:
  
  Atlanta, GA
• Hours:
  
  Monday – Friday, standard EST business hours, with flexibility for events as needed.
• Travel:
  Minimal (as needed for events).

The total compensation range for this position is $55,000–$60,000, determined based on experience and qualifications.

Maritz offers a comprehensive benefits package for full‑time employees including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, paid parental leave, 401k, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, year‑end holiday closure, and more!

Maritz will only employ applicants who have authorization to work permanently in the U.S. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Those who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for hire. Maritz is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

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