Manager, Corporate Events - Toronto, Canada - Royal Bank of Canada

Royal Bank of Canada

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Summary

What is the opportunity?

As part of the RBC Global Asset Management (RBC GAM) Communications team, the Manager, Corporate Events will plan and execute in-person, virtual and hybrid meetings and events for RBC GAM clients, employees and/or other stakeholders.

The Manager, Corporate Events will often be the primary point of contact with internal partners to develop effective programs to deliver high-quality client and employee experiences.

Please note a cover letter is required with your resume

What will you do?

Manage and execute external and internal corporate events including, but not limited to:
Selection and vetting of suppliers (via RFP) and event venues; contracting and coordinating food, beverage, housing and audio-visual requirements.
Managing all aspects of supplier relationships.
Managing the event invitation and registration process (online registrations, etc).
Preparing event collateral and assisting event presenters with logistics.
Liaising with internal partners to ensure seamless event delivery, compliant branding, appropriate messaging, and overall coordination.
Onsite setup, support and facilitation. Travel outside the GTA may be required.
Provide comprehensive reporting, including budget management and tracking, metrics and measurement, research and analysis, and attendee surveys.
Collaborate and work closely with Communications team colleagues to align event management initiatives and processes with those of the team, as well as share ideas and best practices with colleagues.

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

5+ years of meeting planning/event management experience preferably in a corporate environment and/or the financial services industry.
Proficiency with technology, specifically with Webex (Meetings & Events), online registration tools and experience working with audiovisual providers on inperson, hybrid and virtual events.
Ability to work in a hybrid environment (minimum 3 days per week in office), as well as flexibility in work hours and the ability to travel (i.e., events outside normal working hours, travel (<25%) within Canada and US).
University undergraduate degree or college diploma in a related field (hospitality, tourism, marketing).

Nice-to-have

Bilingual (French/English) is an asset.
Ability to work collaboratively with team members as part of a geographically dispersed team.
Event planning designations (CMP, CMM, DES, CED) an asset.
Event management industry association membership, volunteer hours and/or professional development credits.

What's in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper.

We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

Powering ideas for People and Planet is the core of what we do.

Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and highperforming team
Opportunities to do challenging work

Job Skills
Budget Management, Business Events, Communication, Corporate Event Management, Critical Thinking, Event Management Software, Event Marketing, Event Planning, Group Problem Solving, Hybrid Events, Onsite Event Management, Stakeholder Management, Team Collaboration, Virtual Events

Additional Job Details

Address:

RBC CENTRE, 155

WELLINGTON ST W:

TORONTO

City:

TORONTO

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

Wealth Management

Job Type:

Contract (Fixed Term)

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

Application Deadline:

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