Job details
Job type full-time number of hires for this role 1
Qualifications
Bachelor`s (preferred)
Microsoft office: 3 years (preferred)
Meeting/event planning: 3 years (preferred)
Full job description
Employer: compass management & consulting, inc.
Job classification: full time, exempt
Reports to: chief operating officer
Qualifications: four-year college degree or relevant experience in conference planning.
The event planner must have the ability to work in a high-energy workplace, multi-task work on numerous meetings or events for a variety of clients at one time and be available to travel frequently for overnight and weekend client obligationsThe event planner will be responsible for contracting and relationship management with vendors that work in collaboration with compass management and consulting including but not limited to registration service providers, exhibition service providers, hotels, convention centers, audiovisual providers, etcThe event planner will be responsible for planning meetings, both live meetings and virtual meetings, ranging in size from 15-2,500 peopleThe candidate must have a desire for personal growth and development and for potential future employee managementThe ideal candidate must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, be proficient in microsoft word, excel and powerpoint.
Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Manage contract negotiations within the department by utilizing economies of scale to maximize profitability and value for all eventsManage vendor relationships including but not limited to hotels, convention centers, exhibition services, audiovisual, registration services, mobile app, security, transportation, entertainment, etc.;
Conduct site inspections of venues to ensure that they meet the client`s requirements;
Ensure all meeting logistics including room set-up, audio visual, housing, food and beverage, entertainment, registration services, exhibit services, signage, program materials and other special needs for meetings are planned effectively, are within budget and according to client specifications;
Monitor and adhere to project budgets and reconcile event budgets;
Function as an onsite manager in implementing meetings and special events;
Participate in the strategic planning process for all meetings and events to ensure continual improvement and quality customer service.
Note: all employees are required to sign and acknowledge a confidentiality/non-disclosure agreement and must agree to the non-compete agreementAll employees must pass a five-panel drug testAll employments must receive a satisfactory background check.
About compass management & consulting, inc.
Compass management & consulting, inc(“cmc”) provides association management services to non-profit medical associationsCmc is located in jacksonville, floridaFor more information please visit www.compassmci.com
Job type: full-time
This job is a remote, work from home position.
Job type: full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to friday
Education:
Bachelor`s (preferred)
Experience:
Microsoft office: 3 years (preferred)
Meeting/event planning: 3 years (preferred)
Work location:
One location
Work remotely:
Yes
Work location: one location
