SENIOR EVENT PLANNER - EVENTIONS
Eurest USA, Redmond, WA, United States
Compensation
Salary: $81,000 - $90,000 per year
Pay Grade: 13
Job Overview
Working as a Senior Meeting and Event Planner, you will manage special events for Eventions at Microsoft on the Puget Sound campuses and ensure guests' needs are met with a high level of customer service.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Expertise in VIP level, complex events with high visibility
Vendor and budget management
Lead in executing special events
Demonstrate outstanding leadership, expertise, management and consultation skills when conducting business with clients, vendors, and the Eventions team
Ability to anticipate areas of risk and implement creative solutions
Create RFPs
Stay informed with industry standards and share new ideas with the Eventions team members
Support the culture of service
Schedule appropriate interdepartmental/vendor meetings for the operational aspects of coordinating conference/meeting requirements, including pre‑planning meetings or a pre‑conference meeting for the customer and specific vendors
Determine customer needs and sales potential
Meet sales goals as set by management
Identify new business growth and be responsible for growing brand awareness
Attend marketing and networking opportunities
Be well versed in policies and procedures and provide excellent customer service while adhering to those policies
Provide guidance and be a resource for Event Services support teams and other vendors on site for events
Lead site visits to review event needs and specifications
Thoroughly and professionally communicate with customers and internal departments
Recommend changes, updates and service levels
Other duties as assigned
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required
5+ years of meeting/event planning background with significant experience in production‑style planning
CMP certification a plus
At least five years hotel or conference center experience
Abreast of industry trends
Superior quantitative, oral and written communications and problem‑solving/strategizing skills
Excellent overall computer skills with advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
Proactive mindset to anticipate and support changes in our business
Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
Exceptional customer service abilities
Work Environment
Global / World Class
Executive Level Guests
Business Professional
High Discretion
Limited Access
Rapid Evolution and Change
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Paid Parental Leave
Personal Leave
Equal Opportunity Employment
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.
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Salary: $81,000 - $90,000 per year
Pay Grade: 13
Job Overview
Working as a Senior Meeting and Event Planner, you will manage special events for Eventions at Microsoft on the Puget Sound campuses and ensure guests' needs are met with a high level of customer service.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Expertise in VIP level, complex events with high visibility
Vendor and budget management
Lead in executing special events
Demonstrate outstanding leadership, expertise, management and consultation skills when conducting business with clients, vendors, and the Eventions team
Ability to anticipate areas of risk and implement creative solutions
Create RFPs
Stay informed with industry standards and share new ideas with the Eventions team members
Support the culture of service
Schedule appropriate interdepartmental/vendor meetings for the operational aspects of coordinating conference/meeting requirements, including pre‑planning meetings or a pre‑conference meeting for the customer and specific vendors
Determine customer needs and sales potential
Meet sales goals as set by management
Identify new business growth and be responsible for growing brand awareness
Attend marketing and networking opportunities
Be well versed in policies and procedures and provide excellent customer service while adhering to those policies
Provide guidance and be a resource for Event Services support teams and other vendors on site for events
Lead site visits to review event needs and specifications
Thoroughly and professionally communicate with customers and internal departments
Recommend changes, updates and service levels
Other duties as assigned
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required
5+ years of meeting/event planning background with significant experience in production‑style planning
CMP certification a plus
At least five years hotel or conference center experience
Abreast of industry trends
Superior quantitative, oral and written communications and problem‑solving/strategizing skills
Excellent overall computer skills with advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
Proactive mindset to anticipate and support changes in our business
Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
Exceptional customer service abilities
Work Environment
Global / World Class
Executive Level Guests
Business Professional
High Discretion
Limited Access
Rapid Evolution and Change
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Paid Parental Leave
Personal Leave
Equal Opportunity Employment
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.
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