Events Manager

We are a global engagement marketing agency that creates human-centric touchpoints that unleash the power of people to deliver innovation and growth.

Firm believers in the power of building community since 1987, we are helping brands, associations and not-for-profit organisations solve their key people challenges through our core expertise: Live & virtual events, Strategic & digital communications and Consulting & community solutions.

We are an independently owned agency, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, with a global presence of 60 offices in 31 countries.

JOB OBJECTIVE         

To serve as an event manager for a variety of associations and/or corporate clients.  #LI-Remote

COMPENSATION: $60,000 - 70,000

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES                  

• Serve as Event Manager for variety of clients, ability to effectively prioritize


• Serve in a support role for other client events, as needed


• In collaboration with Sourcing team, work with client on location RFP, solicitation, negotiations, contracting and management


• Manage vendor solicitation, RFP process, contract negotiations and management


• Manage comprehensive event logistics in advance, on-site, and post-conference to include site selection, room sets, audio visual, food & beverage, décor, signage, etc.


• Manage and coordinate all vendors and staff through comprehensive event resume to include logistical facets for hotel, convention center, and applicable vendors.


• Evaluate and maintain event budgets against pre-set spending limits.


• Provide clients with accurate budget estimates pre-event and ensure post-event billing reflects these estimates.


• Maintain department files and historical documentation


• Other duties as assigned.


• All other duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• 3-7 years of event experience


• Experience in association or corporate markets and multi-client environment preferred


• Exceptional organization skills and attention to detail


• Experience and understanding of how to create event specs


• Experience drafting and managing event budgets


• Experience working in Cvent and/or Map Your Show, a plus


• VIP customer service, ability to deliver white glove service

PROFESSIONAL AND LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES   

• CMP preferred


• Exceptional organization skills and attention to detail


• VIP customer service; ability to deliver white-glove service


• Strong oral and written communication skills with a collaborative approach


• Team focus with independent judgment and vision


• Solutions-oriented, creative problem solver


• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamically changing environment


• Eager to learn with a desire for career growth in the events industry

SPECIFIC TECHNICAL SKILLS        

• Cvent, Map Your Show or other event technologies, a plus

Other Requirements

• Travel: Approximately 20%, chiefly 4-5 day blocks of time

Benefits Summary

MCI USA is an established, family-friendly company offering outstanding benefits and significant growth opportunities.

• PTO


• 13 paid company holidays, including closure Christmas Eve through New Year’s Day


• 401K


• Medical, dental, vision and supplementary insurances


• Employer-paid group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability


• Employer-paid family building benefit (fertility, adoption and surrogacy)


• Employer-paid mental health benefit


• Pet discount program

Please reach out even if you do not meet all the criteria but are willing to learn and commit to one of our great roles. At MCI USA, we thrive on passion and believe that diverse perspectives make our team stronger. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment with equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age or physical/mental ability.

We appreciate all who apply, though only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applications remain confidential. MCI USA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you need any accommodations during the application or interview process, please reach out to our senior vice president of people and culture.

MCI is where you can bring your true self to work and be proud of what you do. Join us and make a difference!