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Travel & Events Partner

Kraken
United States - Remote, United StatesRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 1 Dec 2023
💰 $101,000/yr($68,000/yr$101,000/yr)

About the role

Building the Future of Crypto 

Our Krakenites are a world-class team with crypto conviction, united by our desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology.

What makes us different?

Kraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values. As a Krakenite, you’ll join us on our mission to accelerate the global adoption of crypto, so that everyone can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. For over a decade, Kraken’s focus on our mission and crypto ethos has attracted many of the most talented crypto experts in the world.

Before you apply, please read the Kraken Culture page to learn more about our internal culture, values, and mission.

As a fully remote company, we have Krakenites in 60+ countries who speak over 50 languages. Krakenites are industry pioneers who develop premium crypto products for experienced traders, institutions, and newcomers to the space. Kraken is committed to industry-leading security, crypto education, and world-class client support through our products like Kraken ProKraken NFT, and Kraken Futures.

Become a Krakenite and build the future of crypto!

Proof of work


We are seeking a dynamic team player for a key role on the internal Travel & Events team. This position will work closely with a small group in a fast-paced environment, act as the internal stakeholder liaison and manage the overall coordination and execution of a portion or entire event from an operational perspective.

The opportunity

  • Manage event planning timeline and deliverables

  • Manage and negotiate hotel and supplier contracts

  • Coordinate/attend site inspections as needed

  • Coordinate/support food and beverage, transportation, hotels, activities, meetings, registration, air and executive logistics

  • Develop and maintain project budgets, tracking changes and savings

  • Develop initial proposals for key stakeholders

  • Maintain proactive, positive communication with key stakeholders

  • Conduct regularly scheduled status meetings from pre-planning through program operation with key stakeholders

Skills you should HODL

  • Minimum 3+ years of experience in professional meeting/event planning in a corporate environment

  • Strong knowledge of program management and budget maintenance

  • Experience directly overseeing and maintaining event budgets

  • Professional oral presentation and writing skills 

  • Prior experience effectively handling multiple projects/demands

  • Motivated self-starter that can also work on a team in a fast-paced environment

  • Incredibly organized and detail-oriented

  • Willingness to work some weekends and hours outside of the traditional 9-5pm workday

  • International hotel destination knowledge is a plus

  • Ability to travel up to 30% (internationally)

  • Experience with Cvent

Kraken is powered by people from around the world and we celebrate all Krakenites for their diverse talents, backgrounds, contributions and unique perspectives. We hire strictly based on merit, meaning we seek out the candidates with the right abilities, knowledge, and skills considered the most suitable for the job. We encourage you to apply for roles where you don't fully meet the listed requirements, especially if you're passionate or knowledgable about crypto!

As an equal opportunity employer, we don’t tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Whether that’s based on race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, citizenship, religion, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws. 

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