SENIOR EVENT PLANNER - EVENTIONS

Compensation Salary: $81,000 - $90,000 per year Pay Grade: 13 Job Overview Working as a Senior Meeting and Event Planner, you will manage special events for Eventions at Microsoft on the Puget Sound campuses and ensure guests' needs are met with a high level of customer service. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Expertise in VIP level, complex events with high visibility Vendor and budget management Lead in executing special events Demonstrate outstanding leadership, expertise, management and consultation skills when conducting business with clients, vendors, and the Eventions team Ability to anticipate areas of risk and implement creative solutions Create RFPs Stay informed with industry standards and share new ideas with the Eventions team members Support the culture of service Schedule appropriate interdepartmental/vendor meetings for the operational aspects of coordinating conference/meeting requirements, including pre‑planning meetings or a pre‑conference meeting for the customer and specific vendors Determine customer needs and sales potential Meet sales goals as set by management Identify new business growth and be responsible for growing brand awareness Attend marketing and networking opportunities Be well versed in policies and procedures and provide excellent customer service while adhering to those policies Provide guidance and be a resource for Event Services support teams and other vendors on site for events Lead site visits to review event needs and specifications Thoroughly and professionally communicate with customers and internal departments Recommend changes, updates and service levels Other duties as assigned Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required 5+ years of meeting/event planning background with significant experience in production‑style planning CMP certification a plus At least five years hotel or conference center experience Abreast of industry trends Superior quantitative, oral and written communications and problem‑solving/strategizing skills Excellent overall computer skills with advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint Proactive mindset to anticipate and support changes in our business Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior Exceptional customer service abilities Work Environment Global / World Class Executive Level Guests Business Professional High Discretion Limited Access Rapid Evolution and Change 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 Equal Opportunity Employment 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. Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr Eurest USA