PLANNER, MEETING/EVENT
Position Title: MEETING/EVENT PLANNER NYC (ACCENTURE)
Pay 12
Salary: $78,000 - $85,000
Other Forms of Compensation:
Rapport is a specialized division of FLIK Hospitality Group focused on all aspects of guest and employee services, meeting and event planning and conference center management. Distinct from recruitment agencies, we do not engage in temporary contracts. Our commitment is to foster long-term career development, allowing ambassadors to enjoy the comprehensive benefits of working directly with us.
Rapport invests in all of its ambassadors, allowing them to attain their career aspirations. It starts with a warm welcome to our business, followed by an individual training and development program. You’ll be encouraged to become the very best you can be throughout your career here, and will be provided with the skills to step into your next big role.
Becoming a Rapport ambassador means becoming part of a global community, collaborating with diverse talents, sharing ideas, and experiencing a workplace culture that extends beyond local boundaries. Your journey with us is more than just a job: it’s a meaningful career.
Job Summary
The Meetings & Events Planner will join the Workplace team and operate independently and with the events team to plan and execute internal meetings & events onsite for the client's NY Corporate Office. They will coordinate event delivery across all Workplace departments, communicating with the appropriate stakeholders, and ensuring quality assurance. This is a one year temporary role with the potential to become permanent All office interactions are expected to be conducted with a high degree of hospitality and professionalism.
The overall scope includes:
• Coordinates services for meeting and events, such as setup, facilities, communicating catering and AV needs, wayfinding, special needs/assistance requirements, and security
• Works closely with reception, facilities, local technology, and other Workplace departments to ensure quality service leading up to and on event day
• Use technology to manage the planning processes for meetings and events, including registrations, approvals, budget and actual spend, calendars, logistics, attendee registrations, etc.
• Ensure support for assigned meeting and events and completion of procurement processes like purchase orders, billing and final reconciliation
• Establish relationships with internal (cross-functional) groups to ensure consistent delivery of service and resolve all escalations related to meetings or events appropriately
• Create event portfolio to show space set up options and other event options to clients upfront
• Manage relationships and contracts with service providers to deliver value-added services and competitive costs
• Monitor and manage compliance with existing policy and recommend changes to align with changing business needs
• Provides support to communicate policy to Accenture personnel and external suppliers
• Comfortable assisting with any Workplace position and showcasing a willingness to help wherever needed
Requirements:
• Passionate about customer service
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to take ownership and make decisions independent of client involvement (proactive)
• Proven ability to work independently and as a team member
• Willing to step outside role to complete tasks in other areas of the Workplace
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Excellent organizational, multitasking and time management skills
• Highly responsive, flexible and adaptable
• High level of professionalism
• Ability to work with highly confidential material and maintain confidentiality
• Seeks out challenges and opportunities to grow
• Business partner attitude and approach
• Ability to work with all levels of personnel
• High business acumen
Work Experience:
• 3-5+ years of meeting planning experience in a hospitality or professional setting
• 2-3+ years planning and executing high-end internal and/or external client/customer-facing events
• 2-4+ years in a customer service role
• Extensive knowledge of food & beverage industry trends, and dietary restrictions
• Experience with a network of catering vendors
Apply to Rapport today!
Rapport is a specialized division of FLIK Hospitality Group and a member of Compass Group USA
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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Rapport maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates in Rapport are offered many fantastic benefits.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Personal Leave
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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Req ID: 1540845
Rapport a specialized division of FLIK Hospitality Group
Nearest Major Market: Manhattan
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City
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