Event Manager

Job Title: Event Manager

Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid – 2 days onsite/week. Wednesday and 1 other floater day)

Duration: 24 months

Pay Rate Range: $38 - $44.82/Hour

Intelliswift Software Inc. conceptualizes, builds, and supports the world's most amazing technology products and solutions. Our team of rich experts from diverse backgrounds contributes to making Intelliswift one of the most reliable partners in IT and Talent solutions. We specialize in delivering world-class Digital Product Engineering, Data Management and Analytics, and Staffing Solutions services to Fortune companies, SMBs, ISVs, and fast-growing startups.

Working hours: 9-5 CST [events will require some weekend/evening work, and travel around the US and Canada]

Role Mandate:

The selected candidate would be accountable for providing day-to-day operational and coordination support for both internal and external events across all Lines of Business for client’s Financial Group. These events are highly visible and involve clients as well as senior-level executives. The role involves registration management, onsite execution, sourcing internal and external vendors/suppliers, and venue research & negotiations/contracting. Must represent the organization with professionalism, courtesy, and integrity

Group Culture:

Candidate would be joining a well-established collaborative team. The selected candidate will be working closely with multiple stakeholders. There are regular team calls, weekly/biweekly check-ins, and training and mentoring with colleagues. The right candidate has a possibility of extension, and/or being converted to a permanent employee.

Must-Have Skills:

· Minimum 3 years work experience in event management/coordination

· Candidate must be able to travel around the US can to Canada

· Professional polish and ability to interact with 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

· University degree is preferred

Nice-to-Have Skills:

· Certified Meeting Professional (CMP), member of Meeting Professionals International (MPI), or other event designation considered strong asset.

· Extroverted personality type, and comfortable with face-to-face interactions.

· Previous event management experience with Financial Institutions or corporate environments.