B2B Event Specialist
@ Canonical

Hybrid
$90,000
Hybrid
Full Time
Posted 24 days ago

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Overview

Canonical is seeking a B2B Event Specialist to develop long-term event strategy and execute a wide range of events across EMEA and Americas. Reporting to the VP of Marketing, you will work closely with regional Sales, Partner & Alliances, Product Marketing, Design and other Marketing teams.

What Your Day Will Look Like

  • Maintain event list based on research and team input
  • Set KPIs to measure event effectiveness
  • Source deals to maximize visibility and reduce costs
  • Provide logistic support with occasional travel
  • Plan and execute event budgets while monitoring spend
  • Create systems to improve event effectiveness over time

What We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will have experience in B2B events organization (trade shows, customer events, webinars), excellent academic credentials (Bachelor’s or equivalent in Business, Marketing, or STEM), and strong English communication skills. A hands-on mindset, passion for experimentation, and a growth mindset are essential.

What We Offer

This position offers competitive base pay, additional performance-based bonus incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package including remote work, personal development budget, annual reviews, recognition rewards, holiday leave, parental leave, and more.

About Canonical

Canonical, the publisher of Ubuntu, is a pioneering tech firm driving innovation in open source, AI, IoT, and cloud. With a remote-first culture since 2004, Canonical emphasizes ownership, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Key skills/competency

B2B events, strategy, KPIs, logistics, budgeting, research, communication, collaboration, remote work, technology marketing

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How to Get Hired at Canonical

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Tailor it for B2B event roles.
  • Highlight relevant experience: Emphasize event strategy successes.
  • Research Canonical: Learn about their open source culture.
  • Prepare for interviews: Demonstrate collaboration and problem-solving skills.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review event management software.
Study automation tools and KPI tracking.
Practice budgeting and cost analysis.
Understand digital collaboration platforms.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a time you managed event logistics.
Explain handling tight deadlines effectively.
Share an example of cross-team collaboration.
Discuss how you solve unexpected challenges.

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