An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Events Coordinator!! Location: Vancouver, Canada

Job ID: 41613

We are seeking a detail-oriented Events Coordinator to join our marketing team, reporting to the Director of Marketing. This role will be responsible for planning, executing, and managing all company events, including trade shows, conferences, webinars, and corporate events. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, vendor management experience, and the ability to create memorable experiences that drive business objectives.

Who are we? HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.

We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo

Identification Technologies (IDT): IDT is creating trusted identities for IoT applications through Smart Components and Enabling Services.

HID’s Identification Technologies powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places and things through smart components and cloud services. We make it possible for people and organizations to transact safely, work productively, and travel freely. Our contactless identification and sensing (RFID, NFC, and BLE) components and solution enabling technologies address the dynamic requirements across multiple industries to wirelessly connect, identify, collect and manage data quickly and accurately across virtually any IoT application.

As our Events Coordinator, you’ll support HID’s success by: Event Planning and Execution

• Planning and executing trade shows, conferences, webinars, and corporate events from conception to completion
• Managing event logistics including venue selection, vendor relationships, booth design, promotional materials, shipping, and staff coordination
• Developing event timelines, budgets, and project plans to ensure successful execution
• Developing and maintaining a detailed events calendar for internal stakeholders
• Coordinating pre-event, during-event, and post-event communications and follow-up activities
• Ensuring all events align with brand standards and marketing objectives

Vendor and Stakeholder Management

• Managing relationships with event vendors, venues, and service providers
• Coordinating with internal teams, including sales, marketing, and executive leadership, for event participation
• Managing event staff scheduling, training, and on-site coordination
• Overseeing event setup, execution, equipment breakdown and shipping processes

Event Marketing and Promotion

• Developing event-specific marketing campaigns and promotional strategies in collaboration with the Marketing Manager
• Creating event-related content and promotional materials
• Managing event registration processes and attendee communications
• Coordinating social media promotion and real-time event coverage
• Managing ordering and distribution of branded promotional items

Performance Measurement and Analysis

• Tracking event ROI and lead generation performance
• Conducting post-event analysis and reporting on attendance, engagement, and business outcomes
• Gathering feedback from attendees, staff, and stakeholders to improve future events
• Maintaining event database and historical performance records

Your Experience and Background include:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Hospitality Management, or related field
• Or 2-4 years of experience in event planning, preferably in B2B or corporate environments
• Proven track record of successful event execution and project management
• Experience with event management software and registration platforms
• Familiarity with CRM systems for lead tracking and follow-up
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple events simultaneously
• Budget management and vendor negotiation experience
• Experience with trade shows and industry conferences
• Knowledge of healthcare technology or B2B technology sectors
• Experience with virtual and hybrid event platforms
• Certification in event planning (CMP, CSEP, or similar)
• Current driver's license and passport

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and rewards package
• Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance
• A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture
• Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential
• To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds

Why apply?

• Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don’t need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply.
• Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas, including flexible work arrangements, job sharing or part-time job seekers.
• Integrity: You are results-orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted.

The wage range for this role considers a broad scope of factors that are considered when making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At HID, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

The base salary for this role is $65,000.

HID does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

HID is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive and be their authentic selves, fostering an environment of mutual respect and inclusivity. If you have a disability and require assistance or accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact accommodations-ext@hidglobal.com .

We make it easier for people to get where they want to go! On an average day, think of how many times you tap, twist, tag, push or swipe to get access, find information, connect with others or track something. HID technology is behind billions of interactions, in more than 100 countries. We help you create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go – without having to think about it.

When you join our HID team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You’ll have 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.