Event Planner

Argo Group is a renowned underwriter specializing in specialty insurance products within the property and casualty market. As a subsidiary of Clearbrook Group Holdings Inc., Argo Group offers a comprehensive range of insurance products and services tailored to meet the distinct coverage and claims-handling demands of businesses. The company prides itself on its commitment to innovation, excellence, and delivering tailored insurance solutions that support various industries. Argo Group operates with a customer-centric philosophy, ensuring that clients receive not only robust insurance products but also exemplary service throughout the coverage lifecycle. The Shared Services division of Argo Group plays a pivotal role in supporting the operational and strategic goals of the business through a collaborative and dynamic team environment.

The Event Planner role at Argo Group is an exciting and impactful position designed for individuals who are passionate about creating memorable experiences and excel in fast-paced, multifaceted environments. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys both the creative and operational aspects of event planning, capable of managing a diverse range of events from intimate gatherings to large-scale, international programs. The role involves full ownership of smaller to mid-sized events, and collaborative partnership on major annual programs, providing an excellent opportunity to develop and showcase expertise in the events domain within a supportive team.

In this role, you will lead the logistics and operations side of event execution, which includes sourcing venues, coordinating with vendors, managing travel arrangements, and executing events on-site with the autonomy to resolve issues promptly. The position demands strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication capabilities to build and manage timelines, track expenses, and maintain smooth workflows. Utilizing tools such as Salesforce and Pardot, you will build event communications and streamline processes to ensure scalability and efficiency.

Collaboration is a cornerstone of this role as you will liaise closely with multiple departments including Marketing, Procurement, Legal, Shared Services, and senior leadership. This cross-functional engagement enables the Event Planner to be a trusted partner who drives alignment and ensures that all stakeholders are informed throughout the event lifecycle. Argo Group values fresh thinking, initiative, and pride in one's work, offering this role real autonomy and visibility alongside the chance to make a tangible impact within the organization.

This position requires 100% on-site work and offers competitive base salary ranges depending on the geographic location: $70.8k to $85k in Chicago, $77.3k to $90k in New York City, and $64.3k to $85k in Richmond and Omaha. Additionally, employees are eligible for a generous benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. Argo Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to preventing discrimination and fostering an inclusive workplace. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States as visa sponsorship is not available at this time. This role offers a unique opportunity to grow professionally, make a significant impact, and contribute to creating memorable experiences that align with Argo Group's values and business objectives.