Nelnet Business Services (NBS), a division of Nelnet, Inc., provides payment technology, education services, and learning management solutions to education and faith-based organizations, serving more than 1,300 higher education institutions, 11,500 K-12 schools, 3,500 churches, and millions of individual students, families, and supporters across the globe. Our culture of service enables us to form long-lasting and trusted partnerships, while our focus on creativity and innovative solutions empowers our customer communities to thrive.

As a Nelnet company, the perks at NBS go beyond our benefits package. You’re part of a community, invested in you as an individual and united by our mission to create opportunities for people where they live, learn and work.

Nelnet Business Services (NBS) is hiring a Specialist II, Events & Partnerships to help drive the planning, execution, and optimization of high-impact events and strategic partnerships for the FACTS or Nelnet Campus Commerce brands. This mid-level role is instrumental in executing event programs that support pipeline growth, client engagement, and brand visibility in the EdTech and B2B SaaS markets.
In this role, you’ll take greater ownership of assigned events and partnership activations, working cross-functionally to ensure successful execution and measurable results. You will coordinate logistics, manage vendors and timelines, support reporting, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and execute in-person and virtual events, managing timelines, logistics, speakers, booth setup, and lead capture.

• Act as the main point of contact for select events, ensuring all deliverables and on-site/virtual needs are fulfilled.

• Coordinate with creative and internal teams to develop event collateral, branded materials, and promotional items.

• Manage webinars and digital events, including technical setup, registration, and audience engagement tracking.

• Compile post-event insights and performance data to drive continuous improvement in event strategy.

• Support partnership campaigns, ensuring co-branded assets and deliverables are completed and aligned with timelines.

• Track and report on partnership performance, collaborating with Marketing Ops and Sales for ROI analysis.

• Align event messaging with broader marketing goals, working cross-functionally with Sales, Product Marketing, and Content.

• Maintain event operations systems, including calendars, budget tracking, asset libraries, and project documentation.

• Stay informed on industry trends in event technology and hybrid engagement to enhance future program impact.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Hospitality, or a related field preferred. Equivalent experience will be considered.

EXPERIENCE:

• 1-3 years of experience in event marketing, partner marketing, or corporate event planning, preferably in B2B, SaaS, or EdTech.

• Experience with CRM and marketing automation platforms (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce, Creatio) is a plus.

• Demonstrated success managing logistics, vendors, timelines, and post-event reporting with minimal supervision.

COMPETENCIES – SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES:

• Strong project management and organizational skills; able to juggle multiple projects across deadlines.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting or managing stakeholders.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, collaboration tools (e.g., Asana, Teams), and event/webinar platforms (e.g., Zoom, ON24, Whova).

• Self-starter with a high degree of ownership, initiative, and problem-solving ability.

• Strong customer-service orientation and team-first mindset.

• Willingness to travel (occasionally, up to 10%) to support in-person events as needed.

**Pay Range for this role is - $50,000 - $52,000

Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA, generous earned time off, 401K/student loan repayment, life insurance & AD&D insurance, employee assistance program, employee stock purchase program, tuition reimbursement, performance-based incentive pay, short- and long-term disability, and a robust wellness program. Click here to learn more about our benefits: LINK.

Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive work environment benefits everyone.

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