MEETING & EVENTS PLANNING MANAGER

Compass Group

11d•$71,000 - $73,000

About The Position

As a Meeting & Events Planning Manager, you’ll be the go-to pro for executing seamless conferences and events within Capital One’s managed meeting spaces. From booking rooms to coordinating AV, catering, and day-of logistics, you ensure everything runs like clockwork — while keeping client satisfaction front and center.

Requirements

3+ years’ experience in corporate or conference event planning
Strong organizational chops and the ability to multitask under pressure
Excellent communication skills — written, verbal, and interpersonal
Tech savvy (Google Suite, reservation systems; AV knowledge is a bonus)
Positive, can-do attitude and natural rapport-building skills
Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs. and being on your feet most of the day
Willingness to flex hours based on client and event needs

Nice To Haves

Proactive, resourceful, and thrives in fast-paced environments
Obsessed with the details and delivering top-notch service
Takes ownership and follows through — no hand-holding required
Knows how to keep things running smoothly while keeping clients happy
Passionate about hospitality and elevating the guest experience

Responsibilities

Act as the main point of contact for event planning and execution
Manage reservations, room setups, AV needs, and catering coordination
Provide on-site support for events and liaise with internal teams (facilities, guest services, janitorial, etc.)
Communicate effectively across channels to keep stakeholders informed
Track meeting space usage, provide suggestions for optimization, and follow up for feedback
Handle event walkthroughs, pre-cons, cancellations, and last-minute changes like a pro
Ensure event spaces are clean, functional, and ready to impress