Assistant Manager

Who are we?

People Matters is a niche media company that engages with thousands of professionals, business and HR

leaders to challenge, transform and enrich the way talent management contributes to business success.

Why join us?

Because we are the future of media. Because innovation is core to People Matters’ DNA. Because we

have a number of firsts: We are the first Indian magazine focused exclusively on the HR space with a very

strong presence in digital and multimedia platforms, events and awards; the first to award emerging HR

professionals, and the first to showcase HR talent. If you think people matter to business success, then

you should and come join us. Visit us at www.peoplematters.in

Job Designation:

Assistant Manager – Conferences

Job Location:

Gurgaon, Haryana or Noida

Experience

Key Responsibilities:

1. Speaker Management

○ Identify, onboard, and manage key voices and leaders as speakers for the conference.

○ Build and nurture relationships to ensure seamless engagement and participation.

2. Speaker Engagement

○ Design and execute engagement initiatives to keep speakers aligned and motivated

throughout the planning and execution stages.

○ Act as the primary point of contact for all speaker-related queries and coordination.

3. Project Planning and Execution

○ Develop and execute a comprehensive project plan to manage timelines, deliverables,

and resources effectively.

○ Ensure all aspects of the conference planning process are executed efficiently and on

schedule.

4. Agenda Creation and Mapping

○ Design a compelling and cohesive conference agenda that aligns with the event's

theme and objectives.

○ Strategically map speakers to sessions to create maximum impact and value.

5. Conference Product Development

○ Conceptualize and create a differentiated conference product that aligns with the overall

event goals and audience expectations.

○ Continuously innovate and refine the conference structure to enhance the attendee

experience.

6. Campaign Leadership for Product Success

○ Lead marketing and promotional campaigns to drive speaker and agenda visibility and

engagement.

○ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and achieve targeted

success metrics.

Candidate Requirements/Key Abilities:

What We';re Looking For:

Dynamic Communication Skills

A natural communicator who can inspire and engage through every interaction, whether written,

verbal, or digital.

Curiosity-Driven Innovation

A genuine curiosity to explore the latest trends in HR, people, work and technology space and the

agility to translate them into impactful experiences.

HR Expertise with a Tech Edge

Experience in HR functions or familiarity with HR tech is a plus, allowing you to bring valuable insights

to the table.

Engaging Presence

A pleasing personality with a knack for fostering engaging, meaningful conversations, both with team

members and external stakeholders.

Meticulous Organization & Prioritization

A detail-oriented professional who thrives on keeping projects on track, managing multiple priorities

with precision, and consistently meeting deadlines.

Agility and Adaptability

The ability to multitask, adjust priorities swiftly, and go the extra mile when projects demand

extended hours or immediate pivots.

Proactive Problem-Solver

A self-starter with a ‘can-do’ mindset, ready to take the initiative and continuously innovate to elevate

the project.

Tech-Savvy & Polished

Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PPT) and email etiquette is essential; Comfort with

client/speaker calling and schedule coordination is a must.

Collaboration Enthusiast

A team player who thrives on working closely with others, leveraging collective ideas and strengths to

achieve shared goals.

Adaptable and Forward-Thinking

Ready to embrace change, explore creative solutions, and approach every task with curiosity and

innovation to deliver exceptional results.

Please share your resumes on priya.sharma@gopeoplematters.com