StoneX Group Inc. is a global financial services company, proudly ranked as a Fortune 100 and Nasdaq-listed firm, with over 5,400 employees serving more than 80,000 institutional, commercial, and payments clients across more than 80 offices spanning six continents. The company’s mission is centered on connecting clients to markets and talent to opportunities, leveraging innovation, human connection, and world-class products and services tailored to a diverse array of investors. StoneX offers a dynamic work environment where employees can engage in impactful roles ranging from retail client interaction to sophisticated institutional investing, supported by four distinct business segments that foster professional growth and career progression.
StoneX’s Corporate segment plays a vital role in sustaining the company’s operational excellence by overseeing strategic marketing, financial management, human resources, and operational oversight. Within this segment, the role of Planner, Global Events, based in West Des Moines, IA, is an integral position responsible for executing the company’s global marketing strategy through comprehensive event planning and management. Reporting directly to the Head of Global Events, the Planner will lead the end-to-end execution of a wide variety of events, ensuring flawless delivery, strong stakeholder collaboration, and alignment with StoneX’s brand goals.
This position demands a detail-oriented professional adept at managing complex projects involving multiple internal and external partners, including vendors, the StoneX Graphic Design Team, and business units. The Planner will perform essential functions such as venue sourcing, contract reviews, event branding, speaker and agenda management, registration site oversight, and coordination with marketing teams. While vendors will execute parts of the event components, the Planner holds ultimate accountability for the events’ timeliness, accuracy, and adherence to scope and quality standards.
Success in this role requires superior organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to manage expectations while resolving challenges creatively. The ideal candidate must demonstrate leadership capabilities, sound judgment, and diplomacy while nurturing collaborative relationships at every level of the organization. Maintaining a customer-focused, team-oriented mindset is critical to thrive in this dynamic, fast-paced environment.
The Planner, Global Events position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the advancement of StoneX’s global brand presence. With a hybrid work model that includes four days onsite and one day remote, the role demands flexibility, independence, and commitment to excellence. Travel requirements are estimated at 30-35%, offering diverse exposure to various markets and events worldwide. Overall, this opportunity is suited for a seasoned events professional eager to leverage their expertise in an influential role within an industry-leading company that values innovation and connection.
Requires at least 3-5 years of related experience
has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the meetings industry
strong problem solving, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
robust attention to the details
ability to utilize computer software, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
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