Events Coordinator

CohnReznick• , IL

10h•Remote

About The Position

As CohnReznick grows, so do our career opportunities. As one of the nation’s top professional services firms, CohnReznick creates rewarding careers in advisory, assurance, and tax with team members who value innovation and collaboration in everything they do! CohnReznick helps organizations optimize performance, manage risk, and maximize value through CohnReznick LLP (assurance services) and CohnReznick Advisory LLC (advisory and tax services). Together, the firm provides leaders with deep industry knowledge and relationships, solutions to address clients’ unique business goals and risks, and insight on how emerging market forces can drive opportunity. With offices nationwide, the firm serves organizations around the world as an independent member of Nexia. We currently have an exciting career opportunity for an Events Coordinator to join our Marketing & Events team in our Chicago office. CohnReznick is a hybrid firm and most of our professionals are located within a commutable distance to one of our offices. This position is considered remote which means it does not require job duties be performed within proximity of a CohnReznick office location. However, as a remote employee, you may be required to be present at a CohnReznick office with scheduled notice for client work, team meetings, or trainings. The Events Coordinator will join the Events team which runs the firm’s marketing and internal events from start-to-finish. The coordinator will play an integral role in creating effective event experiences. The role presents an opportunity to gain experience in all aspects of event planning from Events leadership.

Requirements

1 – 3 years’ experience in live and virtual event planning.
Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, hospitality/event management, or related field.
Strong written and oral communication skills / interpersonal and relationship building skills.
Ability to thrive in fast paced and challenging working environments / must be a proactive, self-starter with excellent organizational and time management skills.
Able to delegate tasks and execute plans as part of a team environment.
Advanced experience with Microsoft products, especially within Excel and the ability to create PIVOT tables.
Exceptional organization and record-keeping ability.
Strong customer service mindset.
Demonstrated ability to set and manage priorities in a multi-task, fast-paced, cross-functional environment, and track work daily.
Emotional intelligence with a thorough understanding of customer service.
Ability to work from our local office location for events as required.
Ability to travel 40-50% of the time and support onsite for events across the firm.

Nice To Haves

Desired experience in project management platforms (extra points for Monday.com).
Optional certifications such as Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) or Certified Special Events Professional (CSEP).

Responsibilities

Contribute to the maintenance and development of event project plans.
Conceptualize events according to client objectives, set timelines, budgets, and deliverables, and ensure all logistics are accounted for.
Select, develop, and manage relationships with vendors such as caterers, decorators, entertainers, and equipment providers including venue selections and ensure compliance with firm event requirements.
Build drive-to-registration experiences based on the goals of the event.
Create and maintain documentation with instructions and best practices for event digital platforms and event processes.
Strong organizational and project management skills to handle multiple events simultaneously.
Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities to address unexpected challenges.
Troubleshoot problems for events to maintain smooth operations.
Coordinate pre- and post-event logistics for events, including booth reservations and access to virtual platforms, shipping of booth, collateral, premiums, and other support materials.
Maintain awareness of current market trends and conditions that affect suppliers, cost of services, pricing, that may have operational or strategic implications for the company.