Event and Conference Coordinator (contract)

If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by Talent Solutions and will not be an employee of Hilton. Lead event coordination with the HSM Customer Engagement team Oversee and execute all aspects of events to ensure customers have a world-class experience Develop event overview presentations for Senior Leadership and communicate regular status updates with key internal stakeholders Coordinate with the Senior Manager of HSM Brand Strategy to develop unique event branding and marketing materials for specific events Coordinate with the Manager of HSM Communications on all pre- and post-event email communications Create and manage event budgets, handle all billing and invoicing related to events, and deliver each event within the allocated budget Partner with the HSM Sales and Service team for key industry conferences to ensure HSM maintains a strong overall presence, and review and provide input on sponsorship agreements Provide materials and support for ancillary conference events, including breakout sessions and customer dinners Document and track event details for future conferences Self-starter with positive energy and a strong sense of ownership over responsibilities Visionary mindset with the ability to set high-level event and conference strategy while also executing logistics on-site Meticulous attention to detail with superior organizational skills to accurately monitor all aspects of concurrent events Creative problem-solving skills with the ability to find solutions and adjust plans on the fly while maintaining professionalism and integrity Sound judgment and decision-making skills to evaluate costs and benefits of potential actions and provide recommendations for optimal solutions Ability to work independently based on feedback from Senior Leadership and stakeholder teams Advanced written and verbal communication skills with strong executive presence to engage with top customers and Senior Leadership 1+ years of experience in event and/or conference management with 500 attendees Experience with Corporate events preferred Demonstrated ability to work autonomously Experience working in the hospitality or travel industry preferred Experience managing vendors and external agencies preferred Ability to travel to venue This is a rare opportunity to make a meaningful impact within one of the most recognized and respected brands in the world.