JOB DESCRIPTION Start Date: 05/20/2024Pay Rate: up to $48/hour (DOE) Duration: 7 months with possible extension Location: Springfield, Massachusetts / Hybrid position, must be able to go onsite to office for events/meetings Our Fortune 500 Financial Services client has a HOT need for an Event Consultant with 7 years' experience in meeting/event/conference planning. MUST be local to Springfield to join the Events & Conference Management team for a 6 month HYBRID contract role starting in May 2024! Event Consultant Responsibilities Include: Management of programs/meetings/events, which would include consulting with our business partners on their meeting requirements, leading project planning, managing the meeting budget, sourcing event venues, contract management, attend travel in conjunction with travel management vendor, registration website and mobile app development, food and beverage management, etc.Development of program specs and communications with vendors to clearly communicate execution needs of the eventSchedule and lead planning meetings with stakeholdersClear follow up communications with event stakeholders ensuring awareness of project deadlinesOn-site execution of the event which would include leading pre-con meetings, vendor load in and set up, on-site registration management, staffing management, etc.Attendance of regular team collaboration with ECM Director, event stakeholders, vendors, and other ECM support team membersOrdering of on-site event supplies as needed, including but not limited to, office supplies, name badges, and signageProject management of event registration websites and mobile app buildsProof registration websites and mobile apps to ensure details are correct before launchesHave a team mentality, effectively collaborating with fellow team members areas across the enterprise.Demonstrate agility and flexibility to work on new areas or special projects as needed.Event and Conference Manager QualificationsBachelors Degree Required Strong budgeting acumenStrong communication skillsExperience supporting with executive leadershipOrganized and able to plan appropriate project timelines, work backward from deadlines, identify milestones and owners, and execute against a planAdvanced experience with AirTable and CVENTEvent agency experience a plusWilling and able to travel to various meetings and events throughout the year in various US locations (approximately 15-20 meetings and events)