Job Title: Partnerships & Events Manager

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Who we are

• Verdical Group is a leading sustainability consulting firm focused on decarbonizing the built environment. We’ve developed a nationally known brand and industry leading reputation since the company was founded in 2012.    
• We specialize in the following services:

• Project management for building certifications: LEED, WELL, Fitwel, Living Building Challenge, and more.

• Engineering services: commissioning (Cx), energy modeling, daylight modeling, and life cycle analysis (LCA)

• Sustainability strategy: ESG, carbon footprint calculations, net zero and zero carbon building performance.

• Utility program management: efficiently manage large scale programs.

• Sustainable event production: we produce the nation’s largest annual Net Zero Building Conference.

• Our core values include: environmentalism, fun, inspiration, adventure, and continuous learning.
• We have office locations in Los Angeles, CA; Pasadena, CA; San Francisco, CA; San Diego, CA; St. Louis, MO; and New York, NY.
• Incorporated as a benefit corporation, and a high-scoring Certified B Corporation, we meet rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency.
• A 1% for the Planet Member Company: we walk the talk - donating 1% of our annual revenue, not just profit, to environmental nonprofit organizations.
• Committed to antiracism: our diverse team is one of our greatest assets.
• Visit us at www.verdicalgroup.com to learn more and watch our About Us video here.

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Who you are

-     An experienced partnerships and events professional with the ability to independently manage client events from start to finish.

-     You’ll complete event strategic planning and the partnership negotiation process.

-     You’ll manage event speakers, committees, exhibitors, attendees, and volunteers.

-     You’ll do venue research and help develop proposals and cost comparisons.

-     You’re prepared to support all event logistics, including vendors, sponsorships, marketing, and on-site tasks.

-     You’re comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously to meet deadlines in a timely manner.

-     You’ll liaise with the Marketing Team to collaborate on event materials.

-     You are comfortable serving as brand ambassador for at industry events to assist with business development.

-     You’re an all-star talent who wants to work as part of a highly respected and growing team.

-     You’re an inspired changemaker who wants to work in a fast-paced start-up environment.

-     You thrive in a work hard / play hard environment where you’re surrounded by likeminded, passionate sustainability professionals who are working to change the world.

-     You are committed to making a positive social and environmental impact on the world.

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Compensation & benefits

• Remote work from your home office during Pacific Time business hours with monthly required in-person team meetups; office space available for use as needed.
• 100% company-paid health insurance
• 100% company-paid dental insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with ESG and sustainable investment options and 3% match, after 1 year of employment.
• 100% company-paid term life insurance and AD&D insurance
• $100/month pre-tax cell phone benefit
• $50/month Work From Home stipend
• $750/year continuing education stipend to encourage continuous learning
• 100% company-paid credential exams + renewal fees
• Personal Time Off (PTO), with extra vacation days added based on tenure.
• 9 paid holidays
• Flexible schedules
• Annual bonus program
• Career pathways program with meetings three times per year to discuss career goals.
• Management training program
• Partially paid maternity/paternity leave
• Financial wellness training and volunteering during paid time
• We’re humans first: culture and policies to promote physical, emotional, and mental wellness. We value all forms of diversity — bring your whole self to work.
• Employee discount & wellness program through Perks At Work
• Be a part of something great: a registered Benefit Corporation in the State of California, a certified B Corporation by third party B Lab, and a 1% for the Planet member company, giving 1% of all revenue — not just profit — to environmental nonprofits. We are divested from fossil fuels, tobacco, prisons, and firearms.
• Attend industry events, such as VG’s annual Net Zero Conference
• Fun team activities such as hikes, holiday dinner, Earth Day volunteering, retreats, VG University, café meetups, and game days.

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Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Willing and able to travel 10-25% of the time, including international travel
• Bachelor’s Degree
• 2+ years of event planning experience
• Fluent with CRM platform and sales process for event sponsors
• Excellent people skills
• Comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously to meet deadlines in a timely manner.
• Excellent organizational skills, with a fastidious attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively while managing multiple demands.
• Demonstrated interest in sustainability.

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Salary Range: $57,000 - $91,000 (Compensation is commensurate with experience, education, and geographic location.)

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Location: Remote home office within commuting distance of Los Angeles, CA; Pasadena, CA; San Francisco, CA; San Diego, CA; St. Louis, MO; or New York, NY.

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Apply

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and encourage potential fits to apply even if you do not meet the criteria outlined above. We look forward to hearing from you!