Event Market Project Manager

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Role/Team Overview

The Event Market Project Manager provides operational/service leadership and direction to Citi's Meetings and Events. Applies in-depth disciplinary knowledge through provision of value-added perspectives or advisory services. May contribute to the development of new techniques, models and plans within area of expertise. Excellent communication and diplomacy skills are required. Generally has responsibility for volume, quality, timeliness of end results and shared responsibility for planning and budgets. Work affects an entire area, which eventually affects the overall performance and effectiveness of the sub-function/job family.
 

What you'll do:

• Manages day-to-day project logistics and event execution with internal clients, creating event marketing efficiencies for Citi across all business units.
• Collaborates with business unit managers on event strategies and special projects, solution oriented.
• Generates ideas to expand client perceptions to help drive results and capture cost savings.
• Manages all logistical details pertaining to event attendees and presenters.
• Ensures program branding (marketing materials, signage, and displays) at all events meet Citi requirements and marketing/branding goals.
• Develops and implements methods to evaluate overall event value to the business.
• Maintains accurate budgets for meetings that will generate return on investment (ROI) and manage metrics reporting details.
• Supports all Citi Expense Management (CEMP) initiatives, event risk evaluation's, reconcile program invoices and event final cost reporting.
• Partners with colleagues and vendors on details regarding venue logistics and execution, transportation details, audio visual equipment, etc.
• Reviews and negotiates contracts to receive the best possible rates.
• Partners with Citi technology and audio visual services to ensure appropriate equipment is included for all programs. Work directly with dedicated technicians, secure video conferencing, video recording and all pertinent meeting related equipment. Partner with outside vendors for onsite audiovisual and technology support at non Citi venues. Excellent negotiating skills a must.
• Initiates development of web registration sites with web developer; reviews content to ensure accuracy; responds to attendee inquiries noted on registration forms; provide reports to client on a consistent basis indicating changes or updates.
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency, as well as effectively supervise the activity of others and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards.

What we'll need from you:

• Experience in Event Marketing or Hospitality Industry
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent time management skills to handle projects that have long and short lead times
• Excellent relationship management skills with proven success in being people-focused
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Bachelors/University degree or equivalent experience

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

What we can offer you

We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. In turn, we put our employees first and provide the best-in-class benefits they need to be well, live well and save well.

By joining Citi London, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as

• Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure
• A discretional annual performance related bonus
• Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pension Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
• Access to an array of learning and development resources

Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive.

Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities.

Job Family Group:

Marketing

Job Family:

Sponsorship, Promotion and Special Events

Time Type:

Full time

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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