Event Manager, EMEA (Contract)

About OpenAI OpenAI is an AI research and deployment company dedicated to ensuring that general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity. We push the boundaries of the capabilities of AI systems and seek to safely deploy them to the world through our products. AI is an extremely powerful tool that must be created with safety and human needs at its core, and to achieve our mission, we must encompass and value the many different perspectives, voices, and experiences that form the full spectrum of humanity. At OpenAI, we believe artificial intelligence has the potential to help people solve immense global challenges, and we want the upside of AI to be widely shared. Join us in shaping the future of technology. About the Role This Contract Event Manager role will work under the guidance of the Head of Events, EMEA to support the execution of high-impact events at OpenAI managing operations, vendor coordination, guest experience, and post-event reporting. The ideal candidate will bring meticulous planning, creative problem-solving, and seamless front-of-house management to ensure exceptional attendee experiences. In this role, you will: Manage and execute events from end to end including workstreams, registration, guest experience, catering, and on-site production across multiple high-profile events. Develop and maintain comprehensive project timelines, tracking all milestones, deliverables, and deadlines to ensure seamless event execution. Source, negotiate, and coordinate with vendors, including caterers, AV providers, and creative production teams, ensuring adherence to OpenAI’s standards and compliance requirements. Oversee attendee registration, check-in processes, and manage event communications, including pre- and post-event outreach. Maintain meticulous financial records, closely monitoring budgets, processing invoices, and reporting on expenditures versus budget targets. Collaborate closely with and communicate effectively with internal stakeholders—including design, procurement, and security—to align all event elements with strategic goals and brand guidelines. Implement and manage safety and security protocols, prioritizing attendee well-being and compliance with health guidelines. Collect, analyze, and report event metrics, attendee feedback, and key learnings to inform future events and measure return on investment. You might thrive in this role if you have: Have 5+ years of event production experience, managing end-to-end planning, onsite execution, and post-event analysis. Excel at leading the guest experience and owning front-of-house operations and vendor coordination for high-profile corporate events. Are passionate about OpenAI’s mission and excited about showcasing cutting-edge AI technology through impactful event experiences.