Event Planning (Contractor)

Macquarie Global Services
United States, New York, New York
125 West 55th Street (Show on map)
Dec 24, 2024
Join a high-performing regional team and experience a variety of event projects including client entertainment, staff and client conferences, virtual and hybrid events, and sporting/golf events. This is a 7-month contract with potential career opportunities. At Macquarie, our advantage is bringing together diverse people and empowering them to shape all kinds of possibilities. We are a global financial services group operating in 34 markets and with 55 years of unbroken profitability. You'll be part of a friendly and supportive team where everyone - no matter what role - contributes ideas and drives outcomes. What role will you play? Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility You will manage events of all sizes, whether in-person, hybrid, or online, using platforms like Cvent and Zoom Webinar. You will shape your own projects and collaborate with senior team members on larger projects. Additionally, you will be responsible for venue research, proposal pitching, contract negotiation, invoice processing, pre-event planning, budget management, transportation coordination, and post-event reporting. Salary range for this position: $41-48/hour. Actual salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, peer and market data, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. You may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award. What you offer Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility Previous experience in a similar event marketing role (minimum 2 years) Highly organized with excellent time management skills Ability to work well under pressure and manage a busy workload, conflicting priorities, and deadlines effectively Flexibility to work after hours at events and travel within the US if needed Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a willingness to go beyond the usual job description. We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply. About Financial Management, People and Engagement Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility Financial Management, People and Engagement provides a single interface for Macquarie's businesses across key areas of people, strategy, communications and financial management. Comprising two pillars - Financial Management, and People and Engagement - it is responsible for managing the Group's financial activities, fostering our culture through people and community engagement strategies, and engaging with stakeholders to protect and promote Macquarie's reputation globally. Benefits Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on eligibility criteria, include: Hybrid and flexible working arrangements One wellbeing leave day per year and minimum 25 days of annual leave Primary caregivers are eligible for 20 weeks paid leave along with 12 days of transition leave upon return to work and 6 weeks paid leave for secondary caregivers Paid volunteer leave and donation matching Range of benefits to support your physical, psychological and financial wellbeing Employee Assistance Program, a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services Recognition and service awards Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion. As an inclusive employer, Macquarie does not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, race (including color and ethnic or national origins), religion or belief.