Global Client Event Manager
Apply locations: United States, London, United Kingdom
Time type: Full time
Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago
Job requisition id: J-70661
Amex GBT is a place where colleagues find inspiration in travel as a force for good and – through their work – can make an impact on our industry. We’re here to help our colleagues achieve success and offer an inclusive and collaborative culture where your voice is valued.
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WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
As part of the global communications and public affairs team, this individual would play a key role in developing engaging, client-centric, in-person events that tell Amex GBT’s story to an external audience. This person must be a detail-oriented, creative thinker with a passion for implementing exceptional experiences in all environments.
THIS IS A CONTRACT ROLE (2 Years) with potential permanent hire.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
* Collaborate with the global experiential events team to plan, implement and lead client-focused activations of all sizes in support of business goals and objectives.
* Deliver memorable client experiences in both virtual and in-person formats.
* Complete a variety of engagements simultaneously.
* Assist in the site selection and contracting process, including sourcing venues, vendors for catering, décor, technology for registration and/or virtual platforms, audio-visual elements, transportation and entertainment.
* Contribute to and support the global client engagement program strategy.
* Maintain oversight of execution and event budget.
* Work in partnership with the regional communications lead and appropriate collaborators to ensure content deliverables are incorporated in the overall event presence, including keynote presentations, panels, breakout sessions and client speaking opportunities.
* Co-manage the global activation calendar on behalf of the event experience program.
* Work collaboratively with a core partner team of meeting planners to ensure events are efficiently activated.
* Own event communications and updates to executive partners.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
* Strong practical and technical knowledge of both virtual event planning tools and practices as well as in-person event management expertise.
* Experience creating dynamic and engaging virtual experiences.
* An ability to partner with internal and external executive customers.
* Experience handling vendor relationships and negotiations.
* A successful track record of completing multi-faceted events, forums and external engagements in support of global business priorities and messaging with a variety of partners.
* Shown success in dynamic project management, including project planning and execution.
* Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines in an environment of challenging priorities.
* A desire to be part of a tight, high-performing global team.
* Time zone agnostic, with experience in and understanding of the complexities of communicating to colleagues in a global, matrixed organization.
* A resilient self-starter who thrives in an environment of ambiguity and flexibility.
* Develop and maintain knowledge of technology and/or software solutions.
Amex GBT equips companies of all sizes with the insights, tools, services and expertise they need to keep their travelers informed, focused and productive while on the road. With approximately 19,000 employees and operations in nearly 140 countries worldwide, American Express GBT empowers customers to take control of their travel programs, optimizing the return on their travel and meetings investments while, more importantly, providing extraordinary traveler care.
We’re moving faster than ever and introducing new products, services, and strategies that will revolutionize the travel industry and bring greater value to our business customers. Our clients’ success expands our success, so we put our heart and soul into helping our clients achieve results that exceed all expectations. As the world’s largest travel management company, we are continuing to build alliances with key travel leaders and suppliers throughout the world, strengthening our position as a quality provider to companies of all sizes.
We are committed to ensuring that our global workforce experiences a culture of belonging that demonstrates the diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives of our colleagues, clients, partners and communities, to foster a high performing multicultural and inclusive organization. We believe that a culture where everyone feels engaged, has a voice, and is empowered to achieve their full potential, is core to our purpose and success.
Location: United States
The US national annual base salary range for this position is from $70,000 to $140,000. The national range provided includes the base salary that GBT expects to pay for the role. Actual base salary will be based on factors including the scope and complexity of the role and the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and work location.
In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for our Annual Incentive Award plan, which rewards participants based on company and individual performance. For information about our comprehensive US benefits programs and eligibility, please review our Benefits-at-a-Glance document.
Benefits at a glance:
* Flexible benefits: tailored to each country and start the day you do. These include health and welfare insurance plans, retirement programs, parental leave, adoption assistance, and more.
* Travel perks: get a choice of deals each week from major travel providers on everything from flights to hotels to cruises and car rentals.
* Develop the skills you want: when the time is right for you, with global tuition assistance, access to over 20,000 courses on our learning platform, leadership courses, and new job openings available to internal candidates first.
* We strive to champion Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: in every aspect of our business at GBT. You can connect with colleagues through our global Inclusion Groups, centered around common identities or initiatives, to discuss challenges, obstacles, achievements, and drive company awareness and action.
* Wellbeing resources: to support mental and emotional health for you and your immediate family.
* And much more!
All applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, gender (and characteristics related to sex and gender), pregnancy (and related medical conditions), race, color, citizenship, religion, disability, or any other class or characteristic protected by law.
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