Octagon is hiring a
Senior Event Executive

Summary

Join Octagon's skilled and dynamic Hospitality Team as a Senior Event Executive, where you will lead and manage multiple projects with the ability to get involved in exciting programs with various clients. This role involves event travel management, design and procurement of creative assets, online registration management, and post-event communication and reporting.

Requirements

• 3+ years experience in related events field; past hospitality experience preferred
• Expert in Microsoft Office suite; particularly Excel
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and work ahead, anticipate upcoming deadlines and work efficiently
• A self-starter with the ability to prioritize multiple projects on strict timelines, simultaneously
• You form effective links with clients; You are flexible and adaptable in working with various personalities
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• You thrive in high pressure environments and are exceptional at problem solving; offering creative solutions
• A go-getter, you demonstrate initiative and accept new challenges (there will be plenty of last-minute client requests)

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination of all travel logistics for multiple worldwide events including but not limited to air travel booking, ground transportation, and lodging
• Creation and procurement of all online and print creative assets
• Oversight of online guest registration portal including development and database management
• Program destination research and client proposal development
• Assist in event planning including but not limited to management of program timelines, pre-event guest communication, onsite hospitality and post event debriefs
• Co-lead all weekly status calls and other key meetings with both internal and external constituents
• Develop post-event surveys and client wrap-up reports
• General account management and assistance with client requests
• Weekend/holiday work as needed

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO policy – we understand you need time for play!
• Competitive medical/dental/vision insurance plans with FSA/HSA and Dependent Care FSA options. Pet Insurance for those who need it too!
• Generous Family and Parental Leave Policy (12 weeks) with eligibility extended to all parents regardless of gender or primary/secondary caregiver status
• Access to our parent company (IPG) Savings plan (401K program) with company match as well as an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Pretax Transportation/Commuter Benefits and Parent Travel Program
• Dedicated Mental Health resources including Headspace membership, Employee Assistance Program (CCA) and more
• Discount portal for everyday goods and services
• Employee Resource Groups and inclusive diversity programming and initiatives
• Personal Development programs