Event Planner

Description

Kforce has a client that is seeking an Event Planner in Tampa, FL.Responsibilities:

• Event Planner will monitor/manage the project including creation of project plans and budgets (prepare, manage & reconcile)
• Collaborate and interact effectively with Firm's senior management, middle management, and customers
• Provide strategic input and recommendations to business group on event development
• Maintain partnering relationships with internal business partners such as Food Services, Conference -Services, Audio Visual, Security and Facilities
• Manage all aspects of events including but not limited to: internal consulting, concept proposal development, site selection via RFP process, vendor negotiation, contract administration (including controlling risks associated with attrition and cancellation), hotel management, air/ground travel, total logistics coordination (menus, setup, decor, audio visual), creative writing for invitation, input on graphic design and website development, printing, registration management, coordination of speakers, giveaways, entertainment, activities, and travel staff
• Manage reception desk essential functions, greeting and directing clients, answering telephone calls, promptly returning emails, etc.
• As an Event Planner, you will submit facilities requests as directed by Planner; Walk and inspect conference room setups
• Support Meeting Planning Managers and Meeting Specialists with high level meetings; Assist other managers as needed
• Build working relationships with fellow colleagues, porters, audio visual and catering teams
• Manage space issues, escalate unresolved issues to the Lead Planner
• Assist Lead Planner in monitoring the shared mailbox and respond to client emails in a timely manner
• Manage new meeting requests and assign rooms based on client's needs
• Adhere to standards of operations established for Conference Center

Requirements

• Ability to plan events that can range from 10 to 500 people, with various degrees of complexity
• Ability to lead team working on an event and direct many facets at one time

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Client-provided location(s): Tampa, FL

Job ID: Kforce-2113700-TVF

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2024-06-01T00:51:53