Project & Events Manager

Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA) is a dynamic security firm innovating threat assessment and public figure protection. Our mission aims to protect and enhance the lives of those we serve, including many of the world's most influential people. From media figures and corporations and universities, GDBA stands on the front line of the assessment, prediction and management of violence.

We are looking for a project manager to lead our event planning and marketing operations. Prior applicable experience is necessary. This position requires residency in Los Angeles, CA.

Who You Are:

• You want to work with people, and you want the work you do to have a positive impact on their lives.
• You are a planner. You anticipate scenarios in advance, have back-up arrangements, and you are always thinking two steps ahead.
• You harp over details and deadlines because you know they matter.
• You are a list-maker who loves to get things done.
• You are a perfectionist. You notice when tables aren't set the same, pictures are hung unevenly, etc.
• Your schedule is always well-maintained, and you feel accomplished at the end of every day.
• You're a team player with a "no task is too small" attitude.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintain a working relationship with vendors and venues.
• Interact with potential clients and serve as an ambassador to the company.
• Understand the complex needs of different events and diverse clients.
• Plan events from start to finish including venue selection, budget management, attendee lists, seating diagrams, agendas, etc.
• Create detailed project plans and stay on-track with deadlines and budgeting.
• Liaise with creative teams and subject matter experts to create marketing collateral.
• Ability to delegate event-planning tasks to other staff members when necessary.

Earnings & Benefits:

• Hybrid position with in-person and remote working days.
• Eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Stipends for home internet, gym, massages.
• Self-managed paid time off.
• Anticipated earnings of $60,000 - $80,000 depending on amount of applicable prior experience.