Compass Group

MEETING & EVENTS PLANNER - Pipeline - NYC

Elizabeth, NJ, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $65,000.00 - $85,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
holiday time off
Associate Shopping Program
Health and wellness programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts
Paid parental leave
Personal Leave

Job Description

Rapport is a specialized division of FLIK Hospitality Group, which is part of Compass Group USA, a global leader in food and hospitality services. Rapport focuses on all aspects of guest and employee services, meeting and event planning, and conference center management, distinguishing itself from recruitment agencies by committing to long-term career development rather than temporary contracts. With a philosophy centered on investing in its ambassadors, Rapport offers comprehensive training and development programs tailored to individual career aspirations, ensuring that employees can grow and succeed within the company. Becoming a Rapport ambassador also means joining a global community of diverse... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Communications, or related field
  • minimum 3 years of experience planning corporate conferences or large-scale business events
  • strong organizational and project management skills
  • excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • proficiency with event management software
  • ability to work under pressure
  • willingness to travel and work flexible hours
  • ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Communications, or related field
  • 3+ years of experience planning corporate conferences or large-scale business events
  • strong project management and multitasking abilities
  • excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • proficiency in event management software and tools such as Cvent, Bizzabo, Monday.com
  • ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
  • willingness to travel and work flexible hours as needed
  • Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) or similar credential preferred
  • familiarity with corporate branding and executive-level stakeholder engagement preferred

Job Duties

  • Plan and execute corporate conferences and events aligned with business goals and brand standards
  • collaborate with internal stakeholders to define event objectives, target audiences, and success metrics
  • develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets
  • source and negotiate contracts with venues, hotels, transportation providers, and other vendors
  • coordinate logistics including registration, travel, accommodations, catering, and audiovisual needs
  • manage internal communications and promotional materials for events
  • ensure seamless on-site execution and provide real-time problem-solving during events
  • conduct post-event evaluations and prepare reports with insights and recommendations
  • maintain compliance with corporate policies, safety regulations, and accessibility standards

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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