Marketing Consultant - Senior at Talent Software Services

Marketing Consultant - Senior

Job Summary: Talent Software Services is in search of a Marketing Consultant for a contract position in Chicago, IL. The opportunity will be one year with a strong chance for a long-term extension.

Position Summary: The selected candidate would be accountable for providing day-to-day operational and coordination support for both internal and external events across all Lines of Business. These events are highly visible and involve clients as well as senior-level executives. The role involves registration management, onsite execution, sourcing internal and external vendors/suppliers, and venue research & negotiations/contracting. Must represent the organization with professionalism, courtesy, and integrity. The candidate would be joining a well-established collaborative team. The selected candidate will be working closely with multiple stakeholders. There are regular team calls, weekly/biweekly check-ins, and training and mentoring with colleagues. The right candidate has a possibility of extension, and/or being converted to a permanent employee.

Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

• Delivery of consistently great client experiences through expertly managed events and meetings
• Execution for internal & external conferences and events of cross-border groups
• Develop and manage event calendars and Cvent need
• Provide guidance and advice to clients on proper event logistics & details, based on objectives
• Manage executives and clients as they participate in events and conferences
• Manage and work with colleagues and employees through meetings, events, and conferences
• Provide administrative and shared service support roles around online registration management, tracking office administration and onsite event support staff as requested
• Assist in creating synergies between Canada and U.S. Event-Based Marketing Team
• Responsible for ensuring that standards are applied to all conferences and events
• Responsible for quality control of conferences and events

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years work experience in event management/coordination
• Candidate must be able to travel around the US and to Canada
• Professional polish and ability to interact with senior executives and clients
• Team player, motivated and committed, self-starter and quick learner, confident, assertive
• Flexibility and ability to work in ambiguity and under pressure, as well as handle multiple projects simultaneously and resolve conflicts on site
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Possess ability to manage and establish relationships with a large volume of stakeholders (internal and external clients, vendors/suppliers, etc.)
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Creative problem solver with the ability to negotiate as required
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, and Adobe Acrobat Pro
• Cvent knowledge and experience preferred
• University degree is preferred

Preferred:

• Certified Meeting Professional (CMP), member of Meeting Professionals International (MPI), or other event designation considered strong asset
• Extroverted personality type, and comfortable with face-to-face interactions
• Previous event management experience with Financial Institutions or corporate environments