Senior Events Manager

Job Summary The University of Austin is building a new kind of institution — one devoted to the fearless pursuit of truth, open inquiry, and academic excellence. We are seeking an experienced, detail-obsessed Events Manager to design and execute events that bring this mission to life for our students, faculty, donors, and the broader community. Reporting to the Chief of Staff, the Events Manager owns every event from concept to execution, with particular emphasis on flawless logistics and strong vendor relationships. This is a hands-on role for someone who takes pride in getting the details exactly right and who is genuinely energized by what UATX is working to build. Responsibilities Own the full lifecycle of UATX events — from intimate faculty dinners and donor salons to large-scale conferences, convocations, and public forums — ensuring every detail reflects the university's standards of excellence. Build and manage strong relationships with vendors, venues, caterers, AV teams, and production partners; negotiate contracts, hold partners accountable to scope and budget, and serve as the primary point of contact through delivery. Develop and maintain detailed event plans, run-of-show documents, timelines, floor plans, and staffing assignments, anticipating logistical needs and contingencies well in advance. Manage event budgets end to end, tracking expenses, reconciling invoices, and identifying opportunities to deliver more impact per dollar. Coordinate cross-functionally w