Sr. Event Planner

Sr Event Planner / Corporate Marketing, Events

Responsible for planning and managing all aspects of events, from initial concept to execution. Tasks include leading project teams, overseeing vendor management and contract negotiation, selecting event sites, handling communications, and conducting post-event measurement. Portfolio includes external client and prospecting events as well as employee programs and meetings. Event types cover thought leadership events, multi-day travel programs, tradeshows, and sponsorships designed to support brand visibility, engagement with stakeholders, and community relationships. Requires thorough conceptual and practical knowledge within the specific job area and basic understanding of related fields. Addresses complex issues as part of the role.

The key responsibilities of the role include :

• Plans and coordinates events and conferences for corporate functions, including client conferences and workshops, meetings, receptions, and sponsorship events.
• In partnership with the marketing team, develops a unified brand message, agenda, and theme to support the goals and objectives of the event.
• Coordinates with internal partners, vendors, and suppliers to ensure flawless attendee journey and experience.
• Establishes project plan and leads planning team to deliver against timelines, budgets and objectives.
• Negotiates contracts with suppliers and vendors as needed.
• Ensures proper branding and messaging occurs at all events.
• Supports the development of risk assessment and contingency plans; ensures compliance with health and safety obligations at all events.
• Working independently, with guidance only in complex situations, works across the Marketing team to communicate measurable objectives and execute defined events and conferences priorities.
• Responsible for all logistical aspects, catering, audio-visual, dcor, themes, travel and scheduling.
• Remain current or ahead of the curve with trends in event planning, design, production, technology, etc.

Skills / Qualifications :

Working Model : Hybrid (#LI-Hybrid) We have a balanced hybrid working model to ensure you get the flexibility you need, and the successful candidate will spend their time between working in the office and working from home.

Salary Range :

$83,100 - 141,300 USD

Working with Us :

As a Northern Trust partner, greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability is an asset that emboldens us to explore new ideas.

Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve! Join a workplace with a greater purpose.

Reasonable accommodation :

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at MyHRHelp@ntrs.com .