Addison Group · 10 hours ago
Meeting Planner
Niles, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$80K/yr - $85K/yr
5+ years expAddison Group is partnering with a well-established, global professional association to identify an experienced Meeting Planner to support high-profile, large-scale conferences and events. The Meeting Planner will lead the planning and execution of a major annual U.S.-based conference with approximately 1,200 attendees, owning logistics, vendor coordination, contracts, budgeting, and on-site execution.
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Hiring Manager
Meghan Johnson
Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end planning for a large annual conference and related events
Oversee venue sourcing, RFPs, contract negotiation, and vendor relationships
Prepare and manage event budgets, track expenses, and reconcile final invoices
Coordinate attendee and VIP housing, including room blocks and on-site issue resolution
Lead catering planning, décor coordination, and overall event look and feel
Partner with marketing teams on registration materials, websites, apps, and program content
Lead internal planning meetings, set agendas, and coordinate staff assignments
Maintain historical event records to support future planning cycles
Support additional high-visibility events such as press functions, guest receptions, and recognition programs
Qualification
Required
5–7 years of full-cycle meeting or event planning experience
Proven experience managing large, complex meetings with significant logistics
Strong background in vendor management, contract review, and budget oversight
Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills
High level of customer service and stakeholder management
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Stable work history with strong tenure
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Company
Addison Group
Addison Group specializes in filling company’s contract, contract-to-hire, or direct hire positions with professional candidates.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Odyssey Investment Partners
2022-01-04Acquired
2016-12-19Private Equity
Leadership Team
Thomas B. Moran
CEO
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