Jobs · Information Technology · New Jersey

Project Manager (Corporate Events Planner)

FIRST · Jersey City, NJ · 3 wk ago
HybridInformation Technology$78k–$101k/yrFull-time

What You Would Get To Do

The Project Manager is responsible for supporting clients with both internal and client-facing events and conferences, delivering exceptional service through effective project management and creative solutions. This role involves overseeing all aspects of event operations, from initial briefing to post-event reconciliation.

  • Managing project plans, collateral, registration, transportation, hotel accommodations, entertainment, food and beverage, audio/visual needs, webcasts, staging, speaker coordination, and event execution.
  • Onsite events may require travel domestically or abroad as required.

What We Are Looking For

  • 5–7+ years’ event management experience, preferably in a corporate or financial environment.
  • Experience in events, conferences, meeting and production management, including but not limited to C-level executive events, cocktail receptions and dinners, meetings and multi-day events.
  • Experience in working with and managing senior clients.
  • Motivated, self-starter, ability to work independently and project plan; ability to think innovatively.
  • Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously; proven ability to work well under pressure to meet established deadlines.
  • Virtual event experience preferred – Webex and Zoom experience a plus.
  • Leadership/influencing/negotiation and decision-making skills.
  • Adaptable and resourceful individual able to follow guidance while working independently; proactive in generating ideas and creative solutions.
  • Customer focus, approachable; ability to adjust to client needs and style and deepen relationships in support of their programs; adapt to ever changing demands and different client work styles.
  • Strong client management skills.
  • Ambitious, proactive and highly organized.
  • Willing to travel to various locations for site-visits and on-site management of events.
  • Experience working with large and complex databases preferred, Cvent experience preferred.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental & Vision, which includes the option of a high deductible health plan (HDHP) with a health savings account (HSA)
  • 401(k)
  • Five Flexible Spending Accounts Options
  • Grossly Paid Time Off Allowance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Life, Disability & Pet Coverages
  • Wellness Stipend
  • Mobile Phone Allowance
  • Complimentary access to Headspace, Teladoc, Maven, Rocket Lawyer, Mobilo & more
  • Aura Identity Theft Protection
  • Discretionary Bonus Structure

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