Manager, Learning & Development Events

Aprio

. Plan, organize, and execute events from concept through completion, ensuring alignment with firm goals and budget parameters.

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeAtlanta • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in event planning and execution, including project management, vendor negotiation, and budget oversight. Proven ability to lead teams and analyze event metrics for continuous improvement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Event PlanningProject ManagementVendor NegotiationCvent ExperienceCertified Meeting Professional (CMP)

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Hard Skills

Event Logistics ManagementBudget DevelopmentTimeline CreationContract ManagementEvent Metrics Analysis

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingCoachingStakeholder Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Cvent

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Meeting Professional (CMP)

Industry Keywords

Event ManagementHospitalityMarketingConference PlanningExecutive Meetings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan, organize, and execute events from concept through completion, ensuring alignment with firm goals and budget parameters.
Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets for all events.
Manage event logistics including venue selection, catering, audiovisual, signage, transportation, and staffing.
Partner with internal stakeholders and external vendors to align event objectives and ensure quality delivery.
Negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships, including intake processes, with minimal supervision.
Oversee event registration, communications, and marketing.
Track and analyze event metrics; prepare post-event reports to assess ROI and inform continuous improvement.
Troubleshoot and resolve event issues before, during, and after execution.
Lead and develop an early career team member, providing coaching, feedback, and performance support.
Work with Aprio, a Top 20 CPA and advisory firm serving fast-growing industries through accounting, tax, consulting, and advisory expertise.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Marketing, Hospitality, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in event planning and execution for conferences, training events, and executive meetings, preferably some with a learning focus.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated ability to source venues and negotiate contracts with vendors.
Willing to travel up to 20-30%.
Preferred: Cvent experience.
Preferred: Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) certification.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
401k with Profit Sharing
9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
Top rated wellness program
Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options
Competitive compensation
Industry-leading benefits
Work/life balance
Growth opportunities and continuous learning