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Event Marketing Manager
Event Marketing Manager - EMEA – S&P Global Ratings
About the Role
Grade Level (for internal use): 10
The Team
The S&P Global Ratings Event Marketing Team is responsible for overseeing the strategy, management, and execution of over 400 events annually, including webinars, hosted events, and 3rd-party events & sponsorships. Our values include:
- Professionalism
- Respect
- Open-mindedness
- Effective communication
- Creativity
- Adaptability
- Collaboration
- Delivering outstanding experiences for our customers
The Impact
As the Event Marketing Manager, you will:
- Own the full end-to-end delivery of the events lifecycle for a portfolio of events across EMEA
- Align event programs with business priorities, partnering with Analytical, Commercial, and Market Outreach teams
- Work as a trusted meetings and events expert, collaborating with colleagues globally and in London/EMEA to deliver top-tier events for the financial sector
Responsibilities
Strategy, Planning & Stakeholder Alignment
- Execute EMEA event and event marketing strategy for hosted events, webinars, roadshows, and third-party programs aligned to sector- and business-level priorities
- Partner with senior stakeholders across Analytical, Commercial, Market Outreach, and Marketing to plan, prioritize, and deliver high-impact programs supporting brand, engagement, and pipeline objectives
- Contribute to regional initiatives and occasionally engage in global event programs
Event Delivery & Operations
- Lead end-to-end event delivery (concept to follow-up for live, virtual, and hybrid formats)
- Project manage EMEA roadshows, coordinating timelines, logistics, and cross-functional deliverables
- Manage industry sponsorships and partnerships to drive sector objectives
- Source, evaluate, and manage venues and suppliers (hotels, AV/production, service providers, vendors)
- Negotiate and manage vendor and third-party partner contracts
- Oversee speaker management (prep, briefing, rehearsal) for quality delivery
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Event Marketing, Communications & Audience Engagement
- Develop integrated event marketing campaigns (with campaign and product marketing)
- Manage audience targeting and registration data ensuring compliance and brand consistency
- Drive performance against KPIs (registrations, attendance, engagement, MQLs)
- Optimize marketing efforts for maximized ROI and effectiveness
Reporting, Analytics & Performance Insight
- Produce post-event reports (performance, engagement, commercial impact) for senior stakeholders
- Analyze key metrics (attendance, pipeline influence, MQLs)
- Use feedback and data to shape future strategies
Budget, Compliance & Portfolio Management
- Manage events within approved budgets
- Ensure legal, regulatory, insurance, health/safety, and governance compliance
- Ensure portfolio administration and process improvements
What We’re Looking For
- 5-7 years’ experience in event planning/marketing (virtual/hybrid/in-person), preferably with Event Marketing as a core role
- Sector experience in regulated industries (financial, banking, insurance) +
- Familiarity with key marketing tools (Marketo, Cvent, SalesForce, Adobe Suite, GlobalMeet, etc.)
- Understands S&P’s business environment, credit ratings, and financial markets
- Bachelor’s degree or relevant industry experience preferred
- Languages +: French, German, Spanish, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Turkish, Arabic (nice-to-have)
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Travel Requirements
- Occasional travel across Europe, infrequent wider EMEA
- Minimum 2 in-office days per week (Office mandates)
About S&P Global Ratings
We combine rigorous research, frameworks, and data to deliver comprehensive credit insights trusted by global organizations. By providing transparency and actionable intelligence, we empower decision-makers to drive economic growth today.
For complete information: S&P Global Ratings – www.spglobal.com/ratings
Our Commitment
Health & Wellness
A holistic approach to well-being—both physical and mental.
Career Growth
- Generous paid time off
- Continuous learning initiatives
- Student loan contribution up to $15K/year
Investing in Your Future
- Competitive compensation
- Retirement programs
- Financial planning tools
Family-Friendly Support
Tailored benefits for dependent investment.
Beyond Basics
- Discounts
- Reward programs
- Remote flexibility where permitted
Hiring Equality
All candidates considered without regard to race, gender, veteran status, or disability. Equal Opportunity Employer.
For compliance reasons, see full policy details via email: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com. follow complete job description here.
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