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Unbridled

Meeting Planner

Unbridled, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146

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Unbridled puts people first, and it’s embedded into our culture. Our job is to connect companies with their people through engaging and impactful services, from event management to production and creative services. Our values drive everything we do, and we believe in fostering a culture of authenticity and radical generosity. You will thrive at Unbridled because we focus on relationships, keep clients first, and put people before process.

Job Description Unbridled is looking for an experienced Meeting Planner with an enthusiasm for growing their career in Meeting and Event Management. Qualified candidates should be extremely self-motivated, driven, committed and a dedicated team player with the flexibility to manage many types and sizes of programs with different client personalities. They will also have the ability to work independently on a variety of programs while adapting quickly to Unbridled's budgeting, contracting, planning and financial process. Position has growth potential to advance to Project Manager based on performance and client relationships developed at the Meeting Planner level.

Successful candidates will have the following:

2-3 years meeting or event planning experience to include:

Hotel contract management

Full service pre-event and on-site planning:

Menu and décor planning

Liaison to multiple vendors

AV/production liaison

Attendee registration

Rooming list management

Transportation/manifest management

Other vendor sourcing and contract negotiation

On-site operation including staff management

Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities

Experience managing an on-site team of 5 or more people

Proficient computer skills – Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook, Database Management (Cvent or other industry attendee management software)

Effective, professional business communication skills, - written, presentation, client contact

This position does not require travel but opportunities are available if desired

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience collaborating with creative agencies on marketing and promotional materials

Managing or collaborating with a meeting production partner

Industry Affiliations – MPI, PCMA, SITE, others

International meeting planning or travel experience

What you would be doing at Unbridled:

Full-service Meeting Planning to include:

Building and managing Unbridled’s relationship with the client

Liaison to other Unbridled departments and subcontracted partners responsible for executing different program elements including creative, production, gifting, travel, registration

Detailed timeline management including all program elements

Hotel contract management

Pre-event planning:

Menu and décor planning

Liaison to multiple vendors

AV/production liaison

Attendee registration

Rooming list management

Transportation/manifest management

Other vendor sourcing and contract negotiation

On-site program management

Oversee all aspects of program

Primary client contact responsible for providing excellent service and managing changes throughout

Manage contract travel director and on-site team

Budget management and program reconciliation

Create online program resume within Unbridled resume template

Communication with clients at all levels of organizations, written and conversational

Plan and conduct site inspections/planning trips with clients and other team members

Work as part of planning team on larger or more extensive programs

Work in our Waltham office to help promote a collaborative, customer centric environment

Embody the Unbridled brand and culture, including: character, change, credibility, and community

Benefits

Salary Range: $62,000 - $65,000

Vision Insurance, FSA & HSA Plan Options

Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance

401k Plan with Discretionary Company Match

Employee Loan Program

Generous PTO Including:

4 Weeks of PTO/Sick Leave

7 Holidays

3 Floating Holidays

Flex Holiday Week

3 Days Community Service Leave

Milestone Anniversaries & Sabbaticals

PTO Exchange Program

Paid Family & Medical Leave

Monthly Parking Pass

Professional Therapy Benefits

Voluntary Pet Insurance

An Unbridled Community Takes All Kinds We hire top talent from various backgrounds and intentionally cultivate a workplace of belonging where every team member is celebrated for who they are and where differing perspectives are valued. We are committed to creating a diverse, caring community where everyone can feel like they belong, no matter their race, ethnicity, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, or ability. Come “Be you” with us.

Wage differential is based on seniority, merit, geographic location, education, training and experience. Talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Unbridled provides reasonable accommodation and/or modification to disabled individuals to assist in the application process. Any individual requiring accommodation/modification to complete this application should contact us at recruiting@unbridled.com.

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