Event Planner

Kforce - New York, NY

Full-time

New York, NY

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Event Planner role at Kforce involves developing and executing high-touch events that align with business objectives and brand standards. The position requires collaboration with various business lines to leverage event opportunities and necessitates participation in team meetings to provide updates on event strategies and progress.

Responsibilities

• Understand business objectives and develop an event strategy that supports business goals
• Create high-touch events consistent with company brand standards
• Partnership with other lines of business to leverage cross-sell event opportunities
• Participate in frequent events team and business meetings, providing updates as needed

Requirements

• 5-8+ years of prior experience in event management related activities
• Portuguese and/or Spanish language skills are a must
• Exemplary oral/written communications and interpersonal skills
• Solid project management experience
• Strong in data and budget management, task prioritization and operational efficiencies
• Familiar with key Latam cities, venues/vendors, as well as cultural nuances
• Extremely detail-oriented
• Ability to influence stakeholders to keep projects on track and in line with regional strategy
• Ability to negotiate with event venues and vendors to maximize budget allocations
• Business acumen to think strategically and problem solve offering creative solutions
• Ability to multi-task and work under tight deadlines with prompt and clear responses
• Availability to work late hours and travel internationally on a regular basis
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint & SharePoint sites
• Willingness to learn, adapt and have a positive and professional attitude at all times
• Skilled at handling difficult personalities and able to liaise with senior management on a regular basis
• Strong presentation skills
• Prior experience in financial services a plus

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical/dental/vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) plan
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off for salaried personnel
• Paid sick leave for hourly employees on Service Contract Act projects