Position: Event Planner job
About: Philly Temps & Perm, a leading provider of special events, meeting management, destination management, and event entertainment services in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware, is seeking an experienced Event Planner to support their client in Philadelphia, PA on a full-time basis.
Requirements: Minimum of 3 years of direct experience in the destination management and special events industry, with 3-5 years of proven successful sales preferred; Familiarity with the PA/NJ/DE region, with an emphasis on Philadelphia, preferred; Bachelor’s Degree in Event, Hospitality and Tourism Management, Marketing, or a related discipline preferred; Advanced-level skills in destination management services and best practices are a plus; Experience in generating and growing corporate event business; Ability to work both independently and as part of a team; Outstanding organizational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to timelines and budgets; Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to write creative, detailed, and well-rounded proposals; Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to develop and manage productive relationships with colleagues, clients, and vendors; excellent listening skills; tactful negotiation and diplomacy skills; and a positive and professional client and guest services demeanor; Ability to work well under pressure and tight timeframes, exercising good judgment and excellent interpersonal skills; Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including PowerPoint and Excel; capability to quickly learn new software; Flexibility to work at events outside of regular working hours, including evenings and weekends, and/or over multiple days; Travel and own transportation/vehicle to office and event locations are expected.
Benefits: health insurance, 401(k)
