Event Planner

Kforce has a client in NYC that is seeking an Event Planner with the ability to plan events that can range from 10 to 500 people, with various degrees of complexity. Responsibilities... • Event Planner will monitor/manage the project including creation of project plans and budgets (prepare, manage & reconcile) • Lead team working on an event and direct many facets at one time • Collaborate and interact effectively with Firm's senior management, middle management, and customers • Provide strategic input and recommendations to business group on event development • Maintain partnering relationships with internal business partners such as Food Services, Conference -Services, Audio Visual, Security and Facilities • Manage all aspects of events including but not limited to: internal consulting, concept proposal development, site selection via RFP process, vendor negotiation, contract administration (including controlling risks associated with attrition and cancellation), hotel management, air/ground travel, total logistics coordination (menus, setup, decor, audio visual), creative writing for invitation, input on graphic design and website development, printing, registration management, coordination of speakers, giveaways, entertainment, activities, and travel staff • As an Event Planner, you will assist, tend to, and anticipate guest needs • Work closely with internal partners including the kitchen, security team, audio visual team, events team, and facility teams • Manage the EMS reservation books • Organize and execute events and evening receptions • Assist in surveying guest experience and proposing solutions based on feedback • Various administrative tasks such as: invoice processing, scheduling maintenance calls with vendors, and order kitchen, banquet, and office supplies among others • Bachelor's degree required • 2-3 years of administrative and/or hospitality experience • PR, event planning, or hospitality experience highly recommended • Keen attention to detail and excellent time management skills • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills • Should be outgoing, professional, and able to work well under pressure • Skills include familiarity with widely used software packages (e.g. Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) • Basic administrative experience such as maintaining files and records, typing, proofreading, answering telephone, coordinating conference room assignments, confirming appointments and/or maintaining calendars • Flexibility to work early mornings or late evenings as needed The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.