Meeting & Events Planner - Bellevue WA at CBRE Bellevue, WA

Bellevue, WA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $75,000.00 - $80,168.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Medical insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

401K matching contributions

Job Description

CBRE is a Fortune 500 leader and the world’s largest commercial real estate services firm, renowned for its commitment to sustainability, innovation, and excellence in workplace solutions. With a global presence, CBRE offers comprehensive real estate services that span property management, facilities management, project management, advisory, and transaction services, making it a trusted partner for clients worldwide. As an employer, CBRE values diversity, inclusion, and fostering a supportive environment where employees can thrive. The company invests heavily in employee development, offering competitive benefits and a culture that encourages growth, collaboration, and a strong focus on client and employee satisfaction. CBRE's Host service line is specifically designed to enhance workplace experience through people-led, technology-enabled services that improve productivity and well-being in the workplace. This innovative platform links employees with essential amenities and services, creating a seamless and engaging work environment.

The Meeting & Events Planner role at CBRE is a pivotal position within the Workplace Experience function, responsible for leading and managing teams that deliver exceptional workplace services including Concierge, Reception, Meeting & Event Management, and administrative office tasks. This role embodies CBRE’s commitment to world-class customer service by ensuring smooth operation of front-of-house and event functions, supporting building clients and visitors with professionalism and efficiency. As a Meeting & Events Planner, you will oversee daily team activities, establish schedules, assign tasks, and cross-train staff to optimize service delivery. You will build and maintain trusted relationships with clients, negotiate with various stakeholders to align priorities and resolve conflicts, and continually seek process improvements to enhance the workplace experience. The role demands strong leadership, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to influence and collaborate across internal teams and external vendors. Additionally, the planner will manage vendor partnerships, ensure contractual compliance, oversee third-party service programs, and handle invoicing for business services. Safety standards, staff development, and adherence to CBRE RISE values are integral to the role. This position offers a competitive salary range of $75,000 to $80,168 annually, and eligibility for bonuses based on performance and company programs. The role is designed for a proactive individual who can navigate complex scenarios with tact and professionalism, contributing to a vibrant, productive workplace that aligns with CBRE's global standards for service excellence. By joining CBRE, you become part of an admired company that not only values innovation and sustainability but also prioritizes the growth and success of its employees.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree preferred
3-5 years of relevant experience
experience in staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring, appraising, and rewarding performance and retention
strong leadership skills
ability to communicate sensitive/difficult information
proficiency in Microsoft Office products
extensive organizational skills

Job Qualifications

Bachelor's degree preferred
3-5 years of relevant experience
experience in staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, performance measurement, appraising, rewarding performance and retention
leadership skills to motivate and impact quality, efficiency, and effectiveness
ability to convey performance expectations and handle sensitive or difficult information
in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products
strong organizational skills and inquisitive mindset

Job Duties

Coordinate and manage the team's daily activities
establish work schedules, assign tasks, and cross-train staff
set and track staff and department deadlines
mentor and coach as needed
build and maintain a trusted client relationship
negotiate with clients, partners, and associates to resolve conflicting priorities
ensure support provided by the team is efficient and consistent
suggest process improvement efforts on a regular basis
assist with developing strategic solutions
assess technological and training needs for Workplace Experience teams and clients
follow safety standards with employees, clients, and vendors
develop vendor partnerships focused on cost savings
manage negotiations for contract services
confirm all vendors have current proof of insurance and contractual documentation
oversee programs run by third party vendors including food delivery, event organization, transportation, and mail distribution
ensure all invoices for business services are billed accurately
lead by example modeling behaviors consistent with CBRE RISE values
influence parties of shared interests to reach agreements
apply knowledge of own discipline and integration with others to achieve objectives
identify, troubleshoot, and resolve day-to-day and moderately complex issues