Join our team as an Event Management Associate to help plan events in our Conference Center
As an Event Management Associate within our Client Center, you will play a crucial role in planning meetings and ensuring exceptional customer experiences. You will be the single point of contact during the planning process for clients, coordinating with event partners to ensure seamless event execution. In this role, you will have the opportunity to excel in client interaction, problem-solving, and decision-making, all while maintaining a high level of organization and composure under pressure.
Job Responsibilities
- Oversee meetings and events within the designated center, collaborating with internal partners in catering, audio-visual, and facilities to meet and exceed client expectations. Provide personalized, high-touch customer service by meeting and greeting each client daily
- Maintain a professional, flexible, and \"can-do\" attitude, delivering exceptional service at all times
- Participate in daily operations meetings and weekly reviews to stay ahead and informed on events you and the team are planning
- Execute pre-conference calls/meetings and post-conference calls/meetings when applicable, ensuring all details are managed effectively
- Cover essential reception desk functions, including answering telephone calls and returning emails promptly and greeting/escorting clients to their meeting room
- Master the usage of the EMS (Event Management System) to detail reservations, review incoming requests, and generate accurate reports
- Serve as a strong communicator, managing correspondence between the planning team and reservation holders throughout the booking process, while providing an outstanding customer service experience
- Prioritize new meeting room reservations from online booking tools, ensuring timely and accurate processing
- Ensure customers are contacted in a timely manner, updated regarding the status of their requests and offering available options as needed
- Deliver high-level service to event organizers, developing rapport with line of business (LOB) administrators and meeting contacts to understand and meet their business needs and expectations.
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Required Qualifications, capabilities and skills
- Bachelor degree required
- Four plus years' experience in the Hospitality Industry, 5-Star Hotels, Event Planning and Food & Beverage with high touch customer service, demonstrating a strong foundation in customer service and organizational skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage with clients and colleagues professionally and warmly
- Ability to effectively manage guest experiences and expectations using a high level of tact and diplomacy
- Highly organized, with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively
- Flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced and diverse environment
- Willingness to work flexible shifts to cover conference center hours and locations
Preferred Qualifications, capabilities and skills
- Working knowledge of audio-visual systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools are essential
- knowledge of the EMS booking system is a plus
ABOUT US
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
ABOUT THE TEAM
Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.