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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $81,280.00 - $140,160.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Flexible work hours
Professional Development
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Northwestern Mutual is a leading financial services company renowned for its commitment to helping clients achieve financial security and peace of mind. With a rich history dating back over 160 years, Northwestern Mutual combines proven financial strategies with a client-centered approach, offering a comprehensive suite of financial products and services, including wealth management, retirement planning, and life insurance. The company has built a reputation for integrity, excellence, and innovation, making it a respected name in the industry. Northwestern Mutual prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where employees are empowered to grow and make meaningful contributions.
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Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in event management, hospitality, business, marketing, or a related field preferred
- Minimum of 7 years of event management experience
- Proven ability to manage large budgets and negotiate complex contracts
- Strong organizational and collaboration skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities
- Experience with site selection, hotel contracting, and logistics
- Proficiency with event management platforms such as Cvent
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
- Attention to detail and strong customer service orientation
- Vendor management capabilities
- Ability to train and mentor junior staff
- Demonstrated ability to handle safety, compliance, and risk mitigation
- Familiarity with digital and AI tools
- Capability to prepare reports and post-event analyses
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in event management, hospitality, business, marketing, or related field preferred
- Minimum of 7 years event management experience
- Proven ability to manage large budgets and complex contract negotiations
- Demonstrated organizational agility and collaboration across functions
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Exceptional business acumen with focus on measurable impact
- Expertise in site selection, hotel contracting, and multi-venue logistics
- Experience working with production and AV partners
- Ability to mentor event coordinators
- Proficiency in Cvent and project management software
- Familiarity with AI productivity tools preferred
- Attention to detail with strong quality assurance skills
- Customer service mindset with problem-solving abilities
- Vendor management experience
- Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends during events
Job Duties
- Lead the planning and execution of large-scale live and experiential events
- Manage and reconcile event budgets to optimize spend and ensure financial compliance
- Develop end-to-end event plans including creative direction, spatial design, and attendee flow
- Oversee master session scheduling, concurrent programming, and attendee journey mapping
- Partner with venues and caterers to design inclusive and sustainable food and beverage programs
- Ensure events comply with ADA standards, safety protocols, risk mitigation, and governance policies
- Negotiate vendor contracts and manage vendor relationships throughout event lifecycle
- Collaborate cross-functionally to align event objectives with business goals
- Co-lead live event execution and troubleshoot challenges in real time
- Prepare presentations and conduct post-event analysis including ROI and attendee metrics
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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