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Octagon · 1 month ago

Senior Event Executive (Partner Marketing) (Payment Services Client)

Stamford, Connecticut, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$50K/yr - $50K/yr

2+ years exp

Octagon is recognized as one of the “Best Places to Work in Sports” and is the global sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing arm of the Interpublic Group. The Senior Event Executive will be responsible for planning and executing event and experiential marketing programs, supporting the Partner Marketing Team in managing relationships with a major payment services client, and coordinating event logistics and client communications.

AdvertisingBrand Marketing

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Provide support and be the lead through all aspects of event programming; from initial brainstorm through execution (on-site and virtual) and wrap-up

Be the day-to-day client liaison across multiple programs

Develop tailored experiential event strategic plans

Assist and/or manage numerous projects simultaneously, both large-scale custom experiences and smaller-scale events

Oversee the management of materials related to individual events, including but not limited to: digital programs, invitations, run of shows, ordering of premiums and signage, etc

Create and foster relationships with internal and external partners as well as outside vendors and properties

Facilitate and/or manage program budgets and be diligent in all accounting and expense procedures

Travel domestically as needed to support on-site events

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Experiential program managementClient relationship managementProject managementBudget managementEvent management experienceComputer proficiencyCommunication skillsTeamworkAttention to detailFlexibilityMentoring

Required

A passion and expertise in experiential program management

A fan or expert of celebrity & lifestyle culture, food, and travel

2-4 years of relevant work experience, working in an event management setting and proven experience with direct ownership or lead responsibilities over a project

Excellent project manager skills with the ability to handle multiple programs simultaneously

You can provide solid examples of your success in building strong client relationships

Budget management and/or reconciliation experience

The desire to supervise, manage and mentor more junior employees

Strong communication skills – both written and verbal – are superb

A can-do attitude and a desire to succeed

Computer proficiency, including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel level: Low (0-15%)

Preferred

Payment services industry and travel/airline industry knowledge is a plus

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