Events Specialist

***This is a remote position based out of our various work states listed on the posting.***

About the role:

The Events Specialist supports the U.S. events team and is responsible for the coordination and execution of national corporate events, sponsorships, virtual webinars/conferences, and podcasts. The ideal candidate needs to possess strong project management, organizational and communication skills to execute successful events.

In this role, you will:

• Organize and manage program agendas at conferences, including trade shows, industry conferences and Colliers conferences, with oversight by management.

• Partner with national departments and service line leaders to deliver world-class events; orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish goals and deadlines.

• Manage the logistics and execution of all sponsorship deliverables internal and external industry events.

• Coordinate with vendors to source, track and ship branded items and client gifts for tradeshows and events.

• Source venues and coordinate client dinners for hosted and sponsored events.

• Prepare monthly and quarterly reports for management, including overview of events, internal and external attendance, business metrics, post event assessments, and make recommendations for improvements.

• Solicit field, collect information and drive content for event-driven internal and external communications.

• Oversee all logistical matters for successful execution of events including marketing collateral, staffing, participant registration process, inventory, shipping, etc.

• Travel to and execute setup and breakdown for events.

• Maintain annual event calendar on all websites and SharePoint sites (US, Service Line, Regional if applicable) with current information and content.

• Assist in preparing event budgets, and manage expense tracking and payment, with oversight by management.

• Coordinate event-related contracts review and execution while adhering to Colliers policies and approval guidelines, with final approval from management.

• Coordinate scholarships, including the nomination and selection process, to attend Colliers or industry events.

• Point of contact for webinars, podcasts and training, as needed.

• 20% travel is required (some weekend and/or holiday).

What you bring:

• 3+ years' experience in event coordination preferably in a corporate setting.

• Bachelor's degree preferably in Business, Marketing or another related field.

• Must have administrative and budget management skills.

• Commercial real estate experience is strongly preferred.

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite programs.

• Exceptional customer service, organizational and prioritization skills.

• Ability to work under pressure, deal with multiple deadlines, effectively handles stressful situations, and work with minimal direction/supervision.

• Excellent communication (follow-through and follow-up) skills, and ability to meet commitments and deadlines.

• Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations.

Pursuant to state/local law, Colliers is disclosing the following information:

Area/Location Specific: Remote - Various Locations Listed

Approximate salary range for this Role: $66,610 - $85,000 USD

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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