Immediate Start Events Manager #12866

1 week ago

Markham, Ontario, Canada Options Consulting Solutions Full time

EVENTS MANAGER
FULL-TIME

MARKHAM, ON

Are you experienced in developing and executing corporate events and conferences?

Are you excited about event planning and creating memorable professional experiences?

Are you skilled in communication and project management, and eager to take the lead?

The Company


Our client is a successful firm in the financial services industry with a reputation for the stellar service they provide to their clients.

With exciting events on the horizon, they're looking for a go-getter with a collaborative approach and an entrepreneurial mindset to join their team.

If you are passionate about events and looking to utilize and upgrade your skills in this space, this could be an amazing career move

Company Perks and Rewards

  • Competitive salary and bonus
  • Great benefits package
  • Benefits start day 3 weeks' vacation
  • Smart, collaborative team
  • Hybrid work model
  • Pension plan contribution
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Sick days and personal days
  • And more
The Job


Reporting to the Vice President of Marketing, you are instrumental to the creation, planning, and execution of corporate events for advisors and clients.

You are key to effective collaboration and project coordination, and you can expect to:

  • Provide support to the VP of Marketing and work closely with Marketing and Communications teams.
  • Take the lead in the event planning cycle from start to finish including conception through to postevent activities.
  • Conduct thorough research for event planning and development, preparing detailed plans, timelines, and forecasts.
  • Maintain the budget for each event, allocating financial resources appropriately for various matters.
  • Determine and acquire needed supports for each event including marketing content, communication management, etc.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders across the business to plan and execute events such as webinars and conferences.
  • Coordinate accommodations and supports needed for attendees and event speakers.
  • Manage event coordination and logistics include venue managements, accommodations, tech, production, etc.
  • Prepare budget reports as well as postevent analysis with insight into achievement of objectives.
  • Develop and strengthen relationships with stakeholders, sharing expertise and innovative ideas to enhance events.
  • Identify and secure external vendors and partners to build and maintain list of resources.
  • Maintain knowledge of industry news and emerging trends to incorporate into event development.
  • Participate in special projects related to events and marketing.
  • Perform other duties as required.
What you bring to the job


You are a mature and confident professional with a thorough understanding of corporate events, both in-person and virtual, especially conferences.

You are passionate about events and eager to be a valued contributor and leader in this space. You take a service-focused approach and aspire to provide all with a positive experience.

You also come with:

  • A postsecondary degree or diploma in a relevant field.
  • At least 5 years of experience in managing corporate events, ideally in the financial services industry.
  • Experience in managing inperson events (e.g. conferences) for up to 150 attendees.
  • Expertise in the full event management cycle from event planning to execution to postevent analysis.
  • Proven experience working with budgets, allocating resources, and delegating tasks for events.
  • A strong skillset in creating plans and timelines, with exceptional organizational abilities.
  • Solid professional communication skills, both written and verbal, and experience speaking with senior leaders.
  • Ability to work autonomously as well as collaboratively with other teams.
  • High level of attention to detail and utmost accuracy.
  • Comfortable with travelling for events.
Qualified job seekers are asked to apply with attention to Rhiannon Bodman. Reference #12866

I really look forward to hearing from you, but please understand that I will only be contacting those that are applicable for the role

Options Consulting Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all individuals. Applicants selected for an in-person interview will be asked whether specific accommodations are needed to support a personal disability.


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