Pay Rate: $35
Location: Toronto ON
Job Type: Contract
The main responsibilities for this role include the following;
- Delivery of consistently great client experiences through expertly managed events and meetings
- Execution for internal & external conferences and events of cross-border groups
- Develop and manage event calendars and Cvent need
- Provide guidance and advice to clients on proper event logistics & details, based on objectives
- Manage executives and clients as they participate in BMO events and conferences
- Manage and work with colleagues and BMO FG employees through meetings, events, and conferences
- Provide administrative and shared service support roles around online registration management, tracking office administration and onsite event support staff as requested
- Assist in creating synergies between Canada and the U.S. EBM team
- Responsible for ensuring that standards are applied to all conferences and events
- Responsible for quality control of conferences and events
- Minimum 1-3 years work experience in event management/coordination within a corporate setting ( i.e. bank, law firm etc.)
- Professional polish and ability to interact with and advise senior executives and clients
- Team player, motivated and committed, self-starter and quick learner, confident, assertive
- Flexibility and ability to work in ambiguity and under pressure, as well as handle multiple projects simultaneously and resolve conflicts on site
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Possess ability to manage and establish relationships with a large volume of stakeholders (internal and external clients, vendors/suppliers, etc.)
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Creative problem solver with the ability to negotiate as required
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite, and Adobe Acrobat Pro
- Cvent knowledge and experience preferred
- Certified Meeting Professional (CMP), member of Meeting Professionals International (MPI), or other event designation considered strong asset
Other opportunities can be viewed at www.ifg-global.com.