Event Manager, The Collective

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 60+ countries across the world, BCD M&E’s team of 2,000+ 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 Join our dynamic event planning team at The Collective, the creative heartbeat of BCD Meetings & Events! As an Event Manager, you'll orchestrate high-end, complex events that leave a lasting impression and manage the entire attendee experience. If you're a quick thinker who thrives in a fast-paced environment and loves to collaborate, we want you on our team! You’re Good At

• Leading diverse event operations, from conferences to incentive programs
• Building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Keeping projects organized and on track with timelines and budgets
• Mastering event technologies and utilizing planning tools like Cvent and QuickBooks
• Adapting and pivoting effortlessly in response to changing circumstances You Might Also Have
• A degree in Hospitality, Event Planning, or a related field
• 4-5 years of experience in event operations or agency planning
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for reporting and analysis
• A knack for creative problem-solving and critical thinking
• Experience working with various event technologies and registration processes You Should Know
• This role is virtual and operates on Eastern or Central Standard Time.
• This role will require up to 50% travel annually, both international and domestic. 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. Travel requirements for this role are as follows25% to 50% 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 Event Manager, The Collective is between $60,000 - $90,000. The actual pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience, geographical location, and project budget. Apply To This Job

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