Conference Center Manager, Evening Events

Job overview

The Conference Center Manager, Evening Events role is onsite in New York, NY, with a focus on afternoon and evening activities; compensation is $125,000–$135,000 per year. Rapport is a division of FLIK Hospitality Group focused on guest and employee services, meeting and event planning, and conference center management. The manager leads conference center operations and complex meetings and events, serving as the primary client contact while coordinating teams and service partners. The role supports strong client experiences and business results through service quality, team development, operational efficiency, safety, profitability, and client satisfaction.

What you'll do

• Lead and develop the conference center team
• plan and oversee event services including audiovisual support, food and beverage, room setups, facilities coordination, signage, security, and accommodations
• direct day-of execution for complex and VIP events
• and coordinate with clients, executives, internal stakeholders, vendors, and service partners. Support afternoon and evening events and maintain flexibility for evening and weekend events as business needs require.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

conference center manager

evening events

hospitality

event management

conference operations

team leadership

vip client service

full-time

new york ny

rapport

$125k–$135k per year

medical benefits

paid time off

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, holiday time off, paid parental leave, commuter benefits, and other listed programs.

Why this role

The role emphasizes executive and VIP client service, leadership of hospitality teams, and operational oversight of complex meetings and events.

About the employer

Rapport is hiring for this role. Industry: Convention and Trade Show Organizers. Sector: 56.