Job Description
About Us: At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world's most trusted and innovative meetings and events agency, BCD M&E cultivates a culture of people, passion and purpose to drive business forward.
Headquartered in Chicago, with locations in 50+ countries across the world, BCD M&E's team of 1,800+ people are committed to sustainability and driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, and we look for people that want to be a part of something special, can rise to our standards and love to bring their unique perspective to the table.
While we can't guarantee every day will be the best (who can?), we can promise a community of people who genuinely care and lead with empathy, a flexible workplace with awesome perks and challenging work that means something.
See what life is about at BCD M&E at bcdme.com/careers
About the Role Ready to take center stage in the world of meetings and events? As our Event Planner, you'll be the mastermind behind some of the most exciting events, all while being the key advisor for operational and financial strategies. With your expert touch, you'll ensure every meeting runs like a well-oiled machine, all from our client's vibrant New York office. Join us in creating memorable experiences that leave a lasting impact!
You're Good At: - Managing multiple meetings and events with precision and flair.
- Building and maintaining positive relationships with clients and suppliers.
- Overseeing budgets and ensuring all financial aspects are on point.
- Coaching and guiding team members to deliver top-notch client satisfaction.
- Proactively identifying process improvements for maximum efficiency.
You Might Also Have: - A college degree (bonus points if you have a Bachelor's).
- At least three (3) years of experience in a lead meeting/event planner role, particularly in the financial services industry.
- Strong experience in vendor management, sourcing, and contract negotiation.
- Proficiency in tools like Cvent and video conferencing platforms (Teams, Zoom, Webex).
- A positive, collaborative attitude with exceptional communication skills.
You Should Know - This is an office based (5 days) role in New York, New York. Candidates must be located in commuting distance to midtown Manhattan.
- 30% Travel may be required for this role.
Excited to bring your expertise to life? We can't wait to see your application and have you join our dynamic team! THE PERKS Flexible Working We believe that a flexible working environment is key to getting the best out of our teams. We will support you to work where you need to and when you need to, depending on how you work best.
Room to Grow Our line of work and business structure challenge our people in a way that inspires growth, with learning and development built into every role. We give individuals ownership over the direction and speed in which they grow.
Everyone has a voice We thrive on conversations that spark curiosity and empathy. No matter how big or how small, every voice is heard, considered and respected.
Make your move The diversity of roles across BCD M&E's global locations means that our people often find new adventures during their time with us. Join us as a meeting planner role in the UK, stay for a global marketing career - there's always room to move.
We've got you covered Our extensive benefits include comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, continued education support, diverse work locations, travel and hotel discounts, volunteer and sustainability opportunities and a successful employee recognition program.
We're positive. You'll love it. It starts from the top. Our leaders lead with positivity, believe in our people and trust us to do the right thing. There will always be support along your journey, in little and big ways.
We carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors, including your professional background and experience. The salary range for candidates in applicable jurisdictions in the US for the position of Program Manager (Event Planner) is between $75,000 - $100,000. The actual pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience, geographical location, and project budget.
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Job Tags
Contract work, Work at office, Remote work, Flexible hours,