Lead Events Specialist

TEKsystems•Berwyn, IL

5d•$30 - $45•Hybrid

About The Position

The Lead Event Specialist will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing high-impact events, ensuring alignment with the Bank’s mission and strategic goals. This role involves managing logistics, overseeing event budgets, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, and delivering exceptional experiences for members, customers, and employees. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for creating engaging and seamless events.

Requirements

Event planning
Event management
Digital marketing
Project coordination
Project management
project management skills
attention to detail

Responsibilities

Develop and execute event strategies aligned with objectives, managing a portfolio of conferences, meetings, webinars, and outings.
Collaborate with internal teams to define goals, content, audiences, and success metrics, while applying industry best practices.
Oversee logistics including venues, vendors, catering, AV, and accommodations; create timelines, run-of-show, and contingency plans; and manage onsite operations for a seamless attendee experience.
Coordinate speakers and presentation materials, while negotiating contracts, managing budgets, and tracking expenses with post-event financial analysis.
Serve as the primary contact for stakeholders and partners, leading cross-functional teams and supporting junior staff.
Gather feedback, measure success against defined metrics, and implement improvements for future events.