[Hiring] Senior Events Manager @IonQ

Role Description

IonQ is seeking a Senior Event Manager to drive the execution and operational success of our global event portfolio, with a focus on our North American events. This role is designed for a high-autonomy professional who balances logistical execution with a sales-driven mindset. You will manage the end-to-end lifecycle of our presence at major industry tradeshows, executive roundtables, and corporate activations. The ideal candidate is a "builder" who can manage complex projects from start to finish, ensuring our events serve as high-performance engines for sales pipeline acceleration and brand visibility.

Responsibilities

• Event Execution & Logistics: Lead the end-to-end planning and onsite management of B2B tradeshows, VIP experiences, and corporate milestones. Oversee booth design, vendor contracts, and technical requirements to ensure a premium brand presence.
• Pipeline Integration: Partner closely with Go-To-Market (GTM) and Field Marketing teams to ensure events are optimized for lead generation. Implement strategies that transform event interactions into qualified sales opportunities.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Act as the primary project lead across GTM, PR, and Engineering teams. Ensure all stakeholders are aligned on objectives, messaging, and onsite responsibilities.
• Operational Process: Implement and maintain event playbooks and lead-management workflows. Manage pre- and post-event activations (emails, meeting scheduling, and data entry) to ensure seamless lead hand-off.
• Stakeholder Reporting: Prepare detailed executive briefings and post-event reports that analyze performance, budget spend, and ROI metrics for internal leadership.
• Budget & Vendor Management: Manage event-specific budgets and global vendor networks, ensuring all activations are delivered on time and within financial parameters.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of professional experience in event marketing, field marketing, or corporate events within the high-tech B2B sector. Must have experience with large trade shows.
• Proven ability to manage multiple high-stakes projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, scaling environment.
• Experience tracking event performance metrics and distilling data into actionable insights for the business.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to communicate technical requirements clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally (approx. 30–40%) to lead onsite execution.

Requirements

• Experience in quantum computing, semiconductors, or similarly complex deep-tech industries.
• Proficiency with CRM and event tools (e.g., Airtable, Swoogo, Asana, Salesforce/HubSpot).
• Demonstrated success in managing international logistics and vendor relations.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CMP, CSEP) or a degree in Marketing, Communications, or Business.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Matching 401K.
• Unlimited PTO and paid holidays.
• Parental/adoption leave.
• Legal insurance.
• Home technology stipend.