Senior Meeting Planner

Summary

Responsible for developing, prioritizing and working on all aspects of planning, development and on-site execution of events and conferences as assigned by the Director.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in development of theme, organization and execution of the logistics for Firmwide events, meetings and conferences of all sizes.
• Organizes required catering services, menus, room setups, audio visual, and transportation (as needed).
• Researches, analyzes, and monitors financial, technological, and demographic factors to capitalize on value added for all programs
• Establishes and maintains relationships with various hotels and facilities pertaining to each individual project or event.
• Determines appropriate responses to problems, challenges and emergencies handling on site execution of projects or programs
• Assists in creation in internal and external meeting materials.
• Provides project status updates on an ongoing basis to Director.
• Forecasts and projects budgeting cost analyses for programs and events assigned by Director.
• Researches hotels, restaurants and outside venues to present to various partner committees.

Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. If an estimated salary range for this role is available, it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.

Target Salary Range

$102,000 – $115,000 if located in Illinois

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email staffrecruiting@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources). 

 

Education and/or Experience: 

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• A minimum of five years of experience in meeting planning.
• Experience using MS Office Suite (including Excel) and Photoshop.

Preferred:

• CMP (Certified Meeting Planner)

Other Skills and Abilities:

The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good judgment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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