Junior Event Manager

Job title:

Junior Event Manager

Company

American Express

Job description

Amex GBT is a place where colleagues find inspiration in travel as a force for good and – through their work – can make an impact on our industry. We’re here to help our colleagues achieve success and offer an inclusive and collaborative culture where your voice is valued.Ready to explore a career path? Start your journey.Overview of the Department:With more than 40 years in the industry and a presence in over 50 countries, our Meetings & Events organization is uniquely positioned to manage meetings and events locally, regionally, and internationally. We plan meetings and events that help our clients achieve their business objectives, maximize savings opportunities, and gain greater visibility into their meetings and events activity and spend.What You’ll Do

• As this role is for a Pharmaceutical client candidates will have a good understanding and knowledge of pharma compliance and the regulations that this industry is governed by.
• Support multiple clients’ events
• Effectively Plan and manage your work load and deliver outstanding service to the clients specification including working with research, event proposals, policies, negotiation and management of suppliers, web registration tools
• Communicate confidently amongst peers to share best practice and with internal and external suppliers.
• Venue sourcing for meetings and events within Ireland & UK
• Use resource efficiently and maximize productivity by utilizing the relevant technology. Build basic web registration site with support of a web expert
• Undertake continuous self-development and training.
• Aware of VAT regulations applicable in all markets American Express and Client process and policy compliance.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in event or meeting management
• Experience with international medical congresses would be beneficial
• Proven negotiation skills and an understanding of the ability to effect win/win solutions
• Good knowledge of Irish & UK venues would be a benefit
• Knowledge of program/event management and budget maintenance
• Ability to travel if needed
• Proven prioritisation and time management skills as well as excellent attention to detail when working under pressure to meet deadlines
• Meeting Event Management technology system experience preferred with an online sourcing tool i.e. Starcite
• Excellent computer skills in particular Microsoft packages and specifically excel

Knowledge of program/event management and budget maintenanceLocation United KingdomThe #TeamGBT ExperienceWork and life: Find your happy medium at Amex GBT.Flexible benefits are tailored to each country and start the day you do. These include health and welfare insurance plans, retirement programs, parental leave, adoption assistance, and more.Travel perks: get a choice of deals each week from major travel providers on everything from flights to hotels to cruises and car rentals.Develop the skills you want when the time is right for you, with global tuition assistance, access to over 20,000 courses on our learning platform, leadership courses, and new job openings available to internal candidates first.We strive to champion Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in every aspect of our business at GBT. You can connect with colleagues through our global Inclusion Groups, centered around common identities or initiatives, to discuss challenges, obstacles, achievements, and drive company awareness and action.Wellbeing resources to support mental and emotional health for you and your immediate family.And much more!All applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, gender (and characteristics related to sex and gender), pregnancy (and related medical conditions), race, color, citizenship, religion, disability, or any other class or characteristic protected by law.Furthermore, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the hiring process. For details regarding how we protect your data, please consult .What if I don’t meet every requirement? If you’re passionate about our mission and believe you’d be a phenomenal addition to our team, don’t worry about “checking every box;” please apply anyway. You may be exactly the person we’re looking for!

Expected salary

Location

United Kingdom

Job date

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 06:48:59 GMT

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