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BCD Travel

Event Planner

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $60,000.00 - $75,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Education support
Travel Discounts
hotel discounts
volunteer opportunities
Employee Recognition Program

Job Description

BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E) is a leading global meetings and events agency known for its innovative and trusted approach in creating connections that inspire, motivate, and influence behavior change for its clients. With headquarters in Chicago and operations in over 50 countries worldwide, BCD M&E employs a diverse team of over 1,800 professionals who are committed to sustainability and achieving success not only for their customers but also for the business and themselves. The company’s culture centers on valuing people, passion, and purpose, fostering an environment where employees can bring their unique perspectives and contribute meaningfully to the... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in event management or related field
  • 3-5 years of event planning experience especially with mid-level complexity events
  • Excellent organizational and coordination skills
  • Strong multitasking abilities
  • Ability to work on-site full-time at client’s headquarters in Beaverton, OR
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Adaptability and problem-solving mindset

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Communications, or related field
  • 3-5 years of experience in event planning preferably with mid-level complexity events
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills
  • Effective cross-team collaboration abilities
  • Highly organized, adaptable, and solution-focused
  • Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment

Job Duties

  • Plan and organize mid-level complexity events aligning with client goals and ensuring all details are in place
  • Coordinate with catering, production, audiovisual, and logistics teams to ensure seamless event execution
  • Develop event timelines and manage budgets while anticipating and resolving issues
  • Supervise event setup and manage on-site logistics for smooth operations
  • Serve as the primary on-site contact, addressing issues and maintaining communication with teams
  • Ensure event aspects from room setup to audiovisual requirements meet client specifications
  • Manage post-event close-out including data entry, reporting, and documentation for future planning and evaluation

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location