Senior Project Manager (Corporate Event Planner)
What You Would Get To Do
The Senior Project Manager is responsible for supporting the client with their internal and/or client-facing events and conferences while consistently delivering exceptional service through excellent project management and creative solutions. This includes the management of all aspects of the event operation, from initial briefing to reconciliation, including but not limited to project plans, collateral, registration, transportation, hotel accommodations, entertainment, food and beverage, gift selection, audio/visual needs, webcasts, staging, speaker selection, execution, reconciliation and so on.
There is a requirement for onsite events to travel domestically or abroad as required.
What We Are Looking For
- 8-10+ years’ Event Management experience, preferably in the financial services industry or a corporate environment
- Advanced experience of events, conferences, meeting and production management, including but not limited to C-level executive dinners, cocktail receptions, meetings, recognition events, and sponsorships
- Extensive experience with managing senior clients in planning and execution of events
- Experience managing a team of employees is a plus, but not required as not all Senior Project Manager roles have management responsibilities
Additional Responsibilities
- Strong proficiency working in Cvent
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
- Advanced project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Extensive industry knowledge of new suppliers, venues, services, and best practices with active participation in the industry
- Strong client management skills with the ability to influence and lead by example, fostering a positive environment
- Strong team player, able to co-plan with colleagues and the client on large scale programs
- Ability to create best practice and take on new initiatives independently
- Client centric, approachable, ability to adjust to client needs and style and deepen relationships in support of their business and programs; adapt to ever changing demands and different client work styles
- Motivated, self-starter, ability to take direction and work independently; ability to think innovatively
Location
Hybrid 3-4 days in Jersey City, NJ office (subject to change at any time to 5 days.)
Pay
The base pay for this position ranges from $95,300 - $123,900 This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
Schedule
United States Residents: The base pay for this position ranges from $95,300 - $123,900