Corporate Events/Conference Planning Senior Consultant I

Allstate•McCullom Lake, IL

About The Position

At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years, our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection. Job Description Corporate Brand creates value by building and protecting Allstate’s reputation. The team drives action and advocacy among key stakeholders by telling Allstate’s broader story and fostering a shared belief in Allstate as an innovative, customer-focused, and caring company. Team members are talented, creative, passionate, and strategic, working collaboratively to achieve common goals. The organization is research-informed, results-driven, and business-focused, with a strong commitment to professional development at every level. The Events Planning Senior Consultant I plans, develops, and delivers internal and external events that support Allstate’s brand, business priorities, and reputation. This role contributes to event strategies that engage key stakeholders, including employees, consumers, customers, agency representatives, opinion leaders, policy makers, and investors. The consultant manages event projects of moderate complexity and ensures experiences are thoughtfully designed, well-executed, and aligned to business objectives. This role partners closely with internal teams and external vendors to bring events to life, from concept development through execution and post-event evaluation. The Events Planning Senior Consultant I helps strengthen confidence in Allstate’s business strategy, enhances brand perception, and supports a more purpose-driven culture by creating meaningful, high-quality event experiences. This role requires occasional international travel. A valid passport is required for such travel. If a candidate does not already possess a passport, they must be able to obtain one upon hire.

Requirements

2-3 Years experience Preferred.
Billing
Brand Communications
Communication
Communications Strategy
Corporate Branding
Corporate Event Planning
Cross-Functional Work
Event Management
Events Execution
Events Strategy
Event Technology
Expense Tracking
Internal Communications
Invoice Billing
Registration Management
Strategic Communication Planning
Technical Savvy

Responsibilities

Event and Project Management Plan and execute internal and external events by working collaboratively with cross-functional teams or leading event workstreams as assigned.
Coordinate timelines, resources, and deliverables to ensure events are delivered on schedule and meet business and brand objectives.
Adapt quickly to shifting priorities while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
Event Strategy and Experience Design Contribute to event strategies that support Allstate’s brand, reputation, and business priorities.
Apply an understanding of stakeholder needs and industry best practices to design engaging, customer-focused event experiences that align with organizational standards.
Registration and Attendee Management Manage event registration processes from end to end, including setup and maintenance of registration sites and tools, attendee communications, and reporting.
Oversee mobile applications and event technology platforms to enhance the attendee experience and ensure smooth execution across in-person, virtual, and hybrid events.
Financial Management and Expense Oversight Manage billing and invoices related to event vendors and services.
Track receipts and expenses, ensure accurate financial documentation, and support reconciliation processes in alignment with budget guidelines and internal controls.
Technology and Event Tools Utilization Demonstrate strong technical savviness by effectively utilizing event management systems, registration platforms, mobile applications, and other event technologies.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and engagement through thoughtful use of digital tools.
Data-Informed Planning and Measurement Use attendee data, feedback, and performance metrics to evaluate event outcomes.
Provide insights and recommendations to enhance future event planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement.
Partnerships and Vendor Coordination Serve as a point of contact for internal partners and external vendors as needed.
Build strong working relationships to ensure alignment, manage expectations, and deliver high-quality event outcomes.
Execution and Continuous Improvement Support on-site or virtual event execution as required and conduct post-event evaluations.
Apply learnings to continuously improve processes, technology usage, and overall event effectiveness.