Corporate Meetings & Event Manager

Unum•Columbia, SC

About The Position

This position has responsibility for defining and directing incentive strategies to support sales objectives and goals. The incumbent designs, implements and manages the planning and logistical support for Corporate, Colonial Life and Unum US meetings and events.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred-specialty in event planning, hospitality, or marketing a plus
Minimum 5-7 years of meeting and planning experience in the context of a results-oriented environment
Excellent organizational, time management, logistical planning and execution skills are essential
Ability to work with and communicate professionally and thoroughly with individuals at all levels within the company
Strong project management and strategic thinking skills & ability to manage multiple priorities
High ability to work independently with limited supervision
High level of initiative, drive for results, and a self-starter with exceptional human relations skills
Demonstrated ability to create partnerships across functions and locations.
Travel is required

Nice To Haves

CMP designation preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for developing meeting strategies & defining meeting objectives/measures
Effectively manage projects or provide support to team based on corporate and department standards, guidelines, and principles. This includes managing onsite operations for conferences/events in coordination with contracted vendors.
Collaborate with business partners (including Sr. Management) across the organization to determine meeting objectives and expectations and then plan, organize, and implement functional meetings and events.
Effectively plan and manage initiatives to assure expected results and delivery within established deadlines and defined budget.
Directly manage business owners’ relationships and deliver consistently effective communications to business owners, vendors, and conference attendees to confirm accuracy and detail and ensures they are presented within our corporate standards.
Mentors Meeting & Event Planners, providing leadership and support to their development on assigned projects.
Clearly communicate with business partners and planning team members on project plans, creative and execution strategy, and project status.
Assignments to include the role of lead planner as well as support staff depending on business need
Performs all responsibilities within budget and with assigned resources.
May perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Award-winning culture
Inclusion and diversity as a priority
Performance Based Incentive Plans
Competitive benefits package that includes: Health, Vision, Dental, Short & Long-Term Disability
Generous PTO (including paid time to volunteer!)
Up to 9.5% 401(k) employer contribution
Mental health support
Career advancement opportunities
Student loan repayment options
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible work environments