Event Planner: : Pleasanton, Ca:: Onsite Role

Event Manager/Planner

Job Description: This role will utilize an event framework to help a high volume of teams easily plan and execute their gatherings, allowing leaders to customize aspects of their team's gatherings while following a standard template.

Key Job Responsibilities

•  Partner with the Internal Gatherings Manager to understand business strategy and framework for internal team gatherings.
• Partner with cross-functional team leadership to understand operational roles and responsibilities in support of team gatherings.
• Coordinate with a variety of internal teams (i.e., Assistants, Travel & Expense, Workplace Team, etc.) to ensure that the event agenda, space needs, meals/events, etc. are planned according to deadlines set for each event.
• Track and manage the overall budget for each internal gathering to ensure budget requirements are met as each team gathering is planned.
• As an event approaches, coordinate, and hand off the event contact to Workplace Team to ensure they receive the on-the-ground support they need during their on-site days.
• Act as a resource for team gathering hosts during the planning phase to answer questions about processes, offerings, roles & responsibilities, and budgets.

Qualifications

·       High School Diploma required. An associate degree is preferred.

• 3-5 years of experience in event coordination, hospitality, or a similar role.
• A proven track record of interfacing with clients in a customer-centric manner, helping to solve problems to make an enjoyable experience for customers.
• Ability to manage multiple events at once with attention to detail and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organization, communication, and customer service skills.

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