Event planner

Job Type : Full-time Exempt Salary Structure : Base Salary + Performance Incentives Benefits : Heath, Vision, Dental, Disability, & Life Insurance, Agency-funded Retirement Plan, Personalized Professional Development Budget, Use of Agency memberships where appropriate Reports to : Director of Meetings & Incentives Location : Chicago this is a hybrid role (3-4 days in-office, 1-2 days out) YOUR SUPERPOWERS : Impeccable character : You exude Accountability, Authenticity, and Awesomeness A consistent, unbeatable team-first mindset Able to navigate and flourish in a VUCA environment Strong collaborative skills and relationship-builder Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation style Strong project management and organizational skills Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Curious and analytical, with a love for data Cvent mastermind Proven success in creating and managing budgets and maximizing profitability Ability to travel (up to 25% of time) 4+ years of planning experience YOUR DAILY GRIND : Either directly, or through the assignment of responsibilities to appointed subordinates, a Planner will perform the following, as well as other tasks / duties as necessary and / or assigned : External Accountabilities : Maintain and grow productive, professional, and profitable relationships with Clients. Serve as the central point of communication for all external stakeholders during the planning process. Lead Client pre-conference meetings to review program details and changes or additions to ensure effective information sharing and efficient operations during program execution. Update / contribute to tracking Client’s upcoming program opportunities and critical milestones. Quarterback project plans, including scheduling and engagement of all Agency resources to meet Client expectations and account performance objectives.