At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. 

 
The opportunity

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Working as a member of the wider Event management team, Event specialist will focus on supporting different phases of execution of an event, ensuring that every encounter delivers an exceptional experience for our stakeholders. The Event specialist should manage several concurrent activities, with strong multi-tasking, prioritization, organizational and time management skills. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the delivery of the event activities.  

Your Key responsibilities

Support marketing and events activities targeting both external and internal audiences including:

Event preparation
Participant management
Managing attendee communication
Facilitating vendor onboarding for events
Content and database management
Logistics and event execution
Event–related research and analysis
Support Event marketing communication
Post–event activities

Plan, manage and execute high-impact employee engagement events and deliver best-in-class B2B client event experiences and market activations in multiple formats (in-person, virtual or hybrid) and in varying scales on-time and on-budget
Collaborate with firm stakeholders, Brand, Marketing and Communications (BMC) teams and outside agencies/vendors to effectively bring events to life from conception, development, execution, follow-ups, measurement and more
Support all logistical matters related to a successful event, including virtual platform recommendations, venue sourcing, invitation development, list management, event promotion, registration, rooming, speakers, gifts, on-site support, follow-up communications to attendees, management of budgets and invoices, contracts, procurement, and independence, as well as lead tracking and reporting
Take a proactive, planned approach to events, applying equal focus on pre- and post-event activities, including social media and content opportunities that can be derived from events
Present your own creative out of the box ideas for new and upcoming events, including to senior stakeholders across the firm, and stay on top of the latest event trends to continuously innovate and elevate our event experiences
Manage stakeholder expectations by providing recommendations, proactively communicating updates, and closing the loop thereafter
Effectively measure the ROI of events you drive (e.g., lead generation, funnel growth), as well as the national reporting framework for all events hosted by our Markets organization
Travel and overtime may be required at times

Skills and attributes for success

Experience in corporate travel & events environment
Exceptional customer service skills with a pro-active approach and commitment to quality
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
Reactivity and ability to manage emergency, think out of the box and adapt to last minute changes and business dynamics
Understand of business environment by investigating and proposing service and process improvements

Technologies and Tools

Advanced level of experience in MS Office (Word, Excel, Visio & PowerPoint) and working knowledge of Outlook and MS Teams
Excel at spoken and written English in a global environment. Needs to have experience communicating with various cultures and to be able to articulate and grasp information in a very diverse environment where we deal with multiple accents and versions of English across the globe

To qualify for the role, you must have

Graduation in any related discipline like Marketing, Business Studies or creatively similar
5 to 7 Years’ experience in relevant work
Experience in multiple systems and applications
Experience working with clients from different countries
Experience working in a business where the primary spoken language is English.
Able to work outside of normal hours when required
Project planning and management skills
Strong relationship building skills
High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Ideally, you should also have

Demonstrable ability to interact with leadership, stakeholders, and peers
Personal travel experience and geographic knowledge
Interest on project management and technical/digital affinity

What we offer

EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across six locations – Argentina, China, India, the Philippines, Poland, and the UK – and with teams from all EY service lines, geographies, and sectors, playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to advisory consultants, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. In GDS, you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe. We’ll introduce you to an ever-expanding ecosystem of people, learning, skills, and insights that will stay with you throughout your career.

Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
Success, as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs

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