Event Planner

Practices a professional event planning process to deliver services for large, multi-day events.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Acts as a strategic consultant for event sponsors by collaborating on development of event goals, objectives and return on investment and providing feedback on content, agenda, and program details to optimize the outcomes. This position ensures compliance to prescribed contract authorization and management procedures.Partners with attendee experience team to manage event websites and registration including on-site; partner in the production of event materials; partner on internal and external event performance surveys to determine return on event objective.Supervises on-site meeting/conference staff; acts as main point of contact during events; exercises sound decision making skills and discretion to resolve all issues that arise. Participates in national event related associations.QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS: Required:College degree required in Event Planning, Hospitality, Communications or related fields.5+ years applicable experience in event planning.Attention to detail, strong organizational skills and ability to successfully meet critical deadlines.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high pressure environment while demonstrating superior poise, critical thinking skills and excellent judgement.Ability to work independently and provide leadership on assigned programs from planning through completion.Must have excellent verbal and written communications skills and the ability to present to senior leadership and influence decision making.Travel required: Less than 20%Preferred: Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) or Certified Special Events Professional (CSEP) designation strongly preferredProject management certification preferredAdvanced Excel skills preferred Pay TransparencyThrivent's long-term growth depends on attracting, rewarding, and retaining people who are committed to helping others thrive with purpose. The applicable salary or hourly wage range for this full-time role is $65,765.00 - $88,976.00 per year, which factors in various geographic regions. Eligibility for receipt of these benefits is subject to the applicable plan/policy documents.