Small Meeting Manager

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.

About the Role

Love bringing people together and keeping all the moving pieces on track? In this role, you’ll lead speaker events and small meetings from sourcing and registration through budgets, materials, and on-site execution. You’ll be the go-to partner for clients, suppliers, and internal teams, helping every event run smoothly and successfully. If you’re organized, proactive, and calm under pressure, you’ll fit right in.

Responsibilities

• Managing multiple meetings and deadlines at once without losing sight of the details
• Building and maintaining registration websites, invitations, confirmations, and attendee communications
• Creating and managing meeting budgets, timelines, and written program components from start to finish
• Negotiating with suppliers and coordinating venues, transportation, and other event services
• Troubleshooting issues quickly and providing consultative, high-touch service to clients and partners

Requirements

• A four-year degree or equivalent education and training
• Two years of experience in meeting planning or a closely related role
• Hands-on experience supporting small meeting formats and event logistics
• Strong verbal and written communication skills paired with a positive, professional approach
• Confidence working independently, adapting to change, and making quick, thoughtful decisions

This role is virtual and will operate within the Central/Eastern time zone.

Benefits

• 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.
• 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.
• Positivity: 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.

Pay

The salary range for candidates in applicable jurisdictions in the US for the position of Small Meeting Manager is between $60,000 - $70,000. The actual pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience, geographical location, and project budget.

Schedule

Travel requirements for this role are 25% to 50%.